Florida pension overhaul: Unions will fight, but expect Gov. Rick Scott to get his way on pensions 

Police officers, teachers and government workers across Florida had harsh words Wednesday for Gov. Rick Scott's plan to have public employees contribute toward their pensions, but the unions representing them expressed little hope that they'll be able to stop it.

Voters unsure of Gov. Rick Scott but like his tax, pension plans 

TALLAHASSEE — In his first month in office, Gov. Rick Scott is barely known and barely liked by voters, yet they approve of his job performance and are optimistic about Florida's future

News from Florida Alliance for Retired Americans

WE will be preparing a Social Security Video
This month. WE will be using it to help our plea to preserve our legacy.
A big part of our legacy is S.S.

Fewer people moving to Florida, census estimates show 

WASHINGTON — Faced with a dramatic decline in the number of Americans moving to Florida, community boosters are promoting the Sunshine State as a cluster of research and technology, not just a balmy place to live.

Downturn's Ugly Trademark: Steep, Lasting Drop in Wages 

In California, former auto worker Maria Gregg was out of work five months last year before landing a new job—at a nearly 20% pay cut.