"Between the Lines with Dara Kam" takes one consequential political story each week and breaks it open. Hosted by veteran Senior Statehouse Reporter Dara Kam, the podcast goes beyond headlines to explain what really happened, why it matters and what comes next. Through clear reporting, sharp analysis and carefully chosen voices, "Between the Lines" connects the dots between power, policy and the people affected by both, giving listeners the context they need to understand the political forces shaping their lives.
Pinellas Sheriff Bob Gualtieri on Amendment 3: No Plan, Big Consequences
Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri joins State Affairs' "Between the Lines with Dara Kam" this week to break down his opposition to Amendment 3, a high-stakes property tax measure on the November ballot.
Warning that "there really is no plan," Gualtieri cautions that the proposal could trigger an estimated $180 million revenue drop in Pinellas County during its first year alone — a loss he says threatens essential public safety services.
Without explicit carveouts for law enforcement, Gualtieri argues, counties — especially smaller, fiscally constrained communities — will lack the flexibility needed to preserve vital programs.
First on the chopping block in Pinellas? Safe Harbor — a key initiative tackling homelessness and jail overcrowding — alongside the county's Police Athletic League.
Gualtieri also dives into the political fallout of opposing the Gov. Ron DeSantis-backed measure and unpacks the broader debate surrounding proposed tax cuts.
Plus, the sheriff shares his perspective on the controversy surrounding Flock safety cameras and public pushback against Automated License Plate Reader technology.
Visit pro.stateaffairs.com/fl for more.
28 Sept 2026
José Javier Rodríguez on the Battle for Florida's AG Office
In this episode of "Between the Lines" from State Affairs, Dara chats with José Javier Rodríguez, the Democratic candidate for Florida attorney general, who says his campaign is rooted in fighting for everyday Floridians and challenging entrenched power.
Rodríguez, who hopes to become the first Democrat elected as the state's top legal eagle in nearly twenty‑five years, faces incumbent AG James Uthmeier. The Democratic challenger argues that his Gov. Ron DeSantis-appointed challenger is vulnerable on a number of fronts — including the controversial and expensive immigration detention center in the Everglades and questions surrounding its oversight and costs.
Rodríguez reflects on his time in the Florida Senate, including the impact of the 2020 "ghost candidate" scandal and what it taught him about corporate influence in Tallahassee.
On the campaign trail, Rodríguez says voters are most concerned about rising costs and corruption, issues he believes the AG's office must prioritize. The Democrat says the office can — and should — actively push back against utility and insurance rate hikes and refocus on protecting everyday Floridians
In a twist, Rodríguez notes that his push to restore traditional priorities to the office makes him feel "kind of like the conservative" in the race.
Plus, Capitol mainstays will want to stick around to find out whatever happened to JJR's rainboots?
Visit pro.stateaffairs.com/fl for more.
21 Sept 2026
Florida Realtors CEO Margy Grant's Case for Amendment 3
Curious about what's at stake in Florida's looming property tax vote? On this week's episode of State Affairs' "Between the Lines," Dara sits down with Florida Realtors CEO Margy Grant to break down the ins and outs of the controversial property tax amendment.
With the Realtors among the most prominent advocates for Amendment 3, Grant delivers a compelling defense of a measure that has sparked fierce debate since its passage by the Legislature's this spring.
The pair unpack how the amendment could reshape the state's homestead exemption, with Grant sharing projected homeowner savings starting in 2027. She also tackles tough questions on tax revenue, detailing how local governments will be allowed to use those funds.
While acknowledging widespread concerns over cuts to core services, Grant argues that the proposal presents cities and counties with a prime opportunity to rethink and optimize their spending.
Plus, Grant confronts some of voters' biggest anxieties head-on: Is power shifting away from local communities?
Visit pro.stateaffairs.com/fl for more.
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