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Florida Congressman Jimmy Patronis criticized Democrats Friday for the government shutdown and says Americans should "sit on the couch and watch college football” instead of taking part in Saturday’s No Kings rallies. Florida’s former chief financial officer made his remarks during a virtual media briefing.Using widely used Republican talking points, Patronis blamed Democrats completely for the now government shutdown, terming it the "Schumer Shutdown" after Senate minority leader Chuck Schumer.
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Hundreds of amateur and professional photographers enter the popular photo contest every year. All the shots must be taken within one of Florida's 175 state parks, trails, or historic sites.
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