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Policy, voters, and FL-14.
Cornerstone posts on the issues that matter to Hillsborough County families — the economy, healthcare, veterans, schools, insurance, and the choice voters face in 2026.
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Campaign · March 22, 2026
2026 Midterm Elections: Why FL-14 Is a Race to Watch
FL-14 is one of the most consequential 2026 House races. Here is what is at stake and how Hillsborough County voters set the November ballot.
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Campaign · March 12, 2026
What Does a U.S. Congressman Actually Do? An FL-14 Guide
What does a U.S. congressman actually do? A plain-English guide to lawmaking, appropriations, and constituent services for FL-14 voters in Hillsborough.
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Campaign · March 9, 2026
Traffic and Infrastructure in FL-14: Federal Funding Solutions
Hillsborough County's growth has outpaced its highways. Here is what federal funding can fix on I-75, I-4, the Selmon Expressway, and beyond for FL-14.
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Campaign · February 22, 2026
The Fentanyl Crisis in Florida: What Congress Must Do for FL-14
Fentanyl is killing Floridians across Hillsborough County. John Peters lays out what Congress must do — on the supply side and on treatment — to stop it.
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Campaign · February 14, 2026
Hurricane Season in FL-14: Helene, Milton, and FEMA Reform
After Hurricanes Helene and Milton, FL-14 needs serious FEMA reform and a workable National Flood Insurance Program. Here is what Congress must do.
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Campaign · February 11, 2026
How to Vote in Florida's 2026 Primary: An FL-14 Guide
Florida's 2026 primary is August 18 and the general is November 3. Here is the FL-14 voter's guide — registration, mail ballots, early voting, and ID.
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Campaign · February 8, 2026
Border Security and Immigration: What Congress Can Do for FL-14
Border security is a Florida issue, not just a border state issue. Here's how an unsecured border affects FL-14 families — and what John Peters will do.
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District
District · March 22, 2026
Brandon, Florida: Community, Growth, and Congress in 2026
Brandon, Florida is the economic and commercial heart of FL-14. Here's what makes Brandon great, what it needs from Congress, and John Peters' fight.
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District · March 22, 2026
Riverview, Florida: One of the Best Places to Live in FL-14
Riverview, Florida is one of the fastest-growing Tampa Bay communities — and it's in FL-14. Here's what makes Riverview great and what Congress must do.
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District · March 22, 2026
Sun City Center, FL: America's Premier Retirement Community
Sun City Center, Florida is one of America's premier active retirement communities — and home to thousands of FL-14 voters. What Congress owes its seniors.
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District · March 20, 2026
Best Places to Live in Florida — Why FL-14 Leads the State
From Riverview to Brandon, Sun City Center to Apollo Beach, here is what makes FL-14 one of Florida's best places to live — and how Congress can protect it.
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District · February 15, 2026
Why I'm Running for Congress in Florida's 14th District
After HB 1D redistricting, FL-14 deserves new representation in Washington. Why John Peters is running and what is at stake against Kathy Castor in 2026.
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Economic Growth
See John's plan on Economic Growth →Economic Growth · March 22, 2026
The Big Beautiful Bill: What It Means for FL-14 Families
The One Big Beautiful Bill reshapes taxes, overtime, tips, Social Security, Medicaid, and student loans. Here is what FL-14 families need to know.
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Economic Growth · March 22, 2026
No Tax on Overtime and Tips: What FL-14 Workers Save
The Big Beautiful Bill eliminates federal income tax on overtime and tips. Here is what nurses, tradespeople, and servers in FL-14 actually save.
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Economic Growth · March 22, 2026
Tariffs Explained: What Trump's Tariffs Mean for FL-14
A tariff is a tax on imports paid by U.S. companies and often passed to consumers. Here is how the new tariff regime affects FL-14 families and businesses.
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Economic Growth · March 21, 2026
Florida Minimum Wage 2026: What It Means for FL-14 Workers
Florida's minimum wage rises to $14 per hour in 2026, heading to $15. Here is what that means for FL-14 workers, small businesses, and tipped employees.
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Economic Growth · March 6, 2026
Rising Utility Bills in Florida: What Congress Can Do for FL-14
Florida utility bills keep climbing for Hillsborough families. Here's what drives the cost — and what Congress can do to deliver lower energy rates in FL-14.
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Economic Growth · February 5, 2026
Why Is Everything So Expensive? Inflation and FL-14 Families
Inflation has reshaped budgets across Hillsborough County. Here's what actually drives it, what Congress can do, and what John Peters will fight for in FL-14.
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Economic Growth · February 2, 2026
Will Florida Eliminate Property Taxes? FL-14 Homeowners' Guide
Florida is considering eliminating property taxes. Here is what FL-14 homeowners need to know about Save Our Homes, SALT, and homestead rules.
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Fiscal Responsibility
See John's plan on Fiscal Responsibility →Fiscal Responsibility · May 6, 2026
Congressional Earmarks: How Pork Spending Hurts FL-14 Taxpayers
Congressional earmarks add billions to federal spending. What pork barrel spending costs FL-14 taxpayers — and how to fix the appropriations process.
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Fiscal Responsibility · May 6, 2026
Federal Program Sunset Clauses for FL-14 Accountability
Sunset clauses force Congress to re-vote on federal programs. The fiscal-discipline tool that would hold Washington accountable to FL-14 taxpayers.
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Fiscal Responsibility · May 6, 2026
National Debt 2026: How Interest Payments Hurt FL-14 Families
Federal interest payments now exceed the entire defense budget. What $36 trillion in national debt actually costs FL-14 families in 2026.
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Fiscal Responsibility · March 21, 2026
DOGE, Government Waste, and What It Means for FL-14
DOGE found massive federal waste. Here is what every dollar of debt costs FL-14 households — and the structural fix Washington keeps refusing.
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Fiscal Responsibility · March 4, 2026
Why Congress Needs a Balanced Budget Amendment in 2026
The U.S. national debt is over $36 trillion. A Balanced Budget Amendment would force Congress to live within its means — here's why FL-14 families should care.
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Insurance Costs
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See John's plan on Healthcare →Healthcare · March 3, 2026
Medicare Advantage vs. Traditional Medicare for FL-14 Retirees
Medicare Advantage now covers most Florida seniors. Here is the side-by-side with traditional Medicare and what Congress can do to protect FL-14 retirees.
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Healthcare · January 30, 2026
Social Security and Medicare: What FL-14 Seniors Should Know
Will Congress cut Social Security or Medicare? Here's the honest answer for FL-14 seniors, the 2033 trust fund timeline, and what real reform looks like.
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Veterans
See John's plan on Veterans →Education
See John's plan on Education →Education · March 22, 2026
Student Loans and the Big Beautiful Bill: FL-14 Borrowers
The Big Beautiful Bill ended the SAVE plan, capped Parent PLUS, and reinstated collections. Here is what FL-14 student-loan borrowers should do now.
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Education · March 7, 2026
What School Choice Really Means for FL-14 Families
Florida has the strongest school choice framework in the country. Here is what FL-14 families need to know about Step Up, ESAs, charters, and homeschool.
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Constitutional Rights
See John's plan on Constitutional Rights →Constitutional Rights · March 15, 2026
Florida Election Integrity: How Your FL-14 Vote Counts
Florida has some of the strongest election security laws in the nation. John Peters will fight in Congress to protect them and FL-14 voters' ballots.
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Constitutional Rights · February 17, 2026
Second Amendment: Why Congress Must Protect FL-14 Floridians
Florida passed constitutional carry in 2023. John Peters will fight in Washington to protect FL-14 Floridians' Second Amendment rights — without apology.
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