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David Winker’s Biography

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I am an attorney that has worked on many civic issues in South Florida, including historic preservation, parks, and transportation.

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Yes, gentrification can be good - or it can be bad

Yes, gentrification can be good - or it can be bad

In last week's Business Monday section, lobbyist Neisen Kasdin argued that "Gentrification is good. The oppos…

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'Up-zoning' means Black folks leave

'Up-zoning' means Black folks leave

There's innate wisdom in the citizens of predominantly Black neighborhoods resistance to change, even change …

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Houston Astros' Apology Offers Textbook Example of How Not to Handle a Crisis | Texas Lawyer

Houston Astros' Apology Offers Textbook Example of How Not to Handle a Crisis | Texas Lawyer

Truth is the cornerstone to handling any scandal, and the Houston Astros have provided a textbook example of …

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Inter Miami Loses First Round of Trademark Battle With Inter Milan | Daily Business Review

Inter Miami Loses First Round of Trademark Battle With Inter Milan | Daily Business Review

Inter Milan took away a key victory in the first round of their trademark battle, as the U.S. Patent and Trad…

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We can still save Little Haiti from gentrification, but it takes political will | Opinion

We can still save Little Haiti from gentrification, but it takes political will | Opinion

The bell hasn't rung yet, but it's the 11th hour for the survival of Little Haiti. On Jan. 15, the city of Mi…

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Building a Miami for Everyone | Daily Business Review

Building a Miami for Everyone | Daily Business Review

On Dec. 4, the Miami Planning and Zoning Appeals Board (PZAB) voted 8-1 to recommend repealing special area p…

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City of Miami wants Ultra back downtown: resolution on June 27 agenda

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By David Winker
| The Islander News Verified
Ultra’s one year banishment from downtown Miami may soon be over. A resolution sponsored by Commissioner Keon Hardemon proposes to bring the concert back to Bayfront Park... and a key provision may ensure that Ultra stays downtown for the forseeable future. The resolution is on the agenda for the Thursday June 27 commission meeting and authorizes city manager Emilio Gonzalez full authority to negotiate and sign a final deal.
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Virginia Key future museum and marina discussed at June City Commission Meeting

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By David Winker
| The Islander News Verified
Virginia Key was the hot topic at the June city of Miami Commission meeting as the fates of both the African-American Museum and the Rickenbacker and Marine Stadium marinas were on the agenda. Both projects have been protracted battles and only the African-American museum got the go ahead, as the marina was once again postponed while the city grapples with accusations that the winning bidder has business ties with Cuba.
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Advancement of an African American Museum on Virginia Key to be voted on by city

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By David Winker
| The Islander News Verified
A museum dedicated to the African-American experience on Virginia Key took a key step forward as the Virginia Key Advisory Board voted May 28 in favor of resolution #5883. On June 13, the city of Miami Commission will consider the resolution, which authorizes the city to enter into an agreement with the county to release $20.5 million in bond money toward the long delayed museum efforts.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

legal

Have you ever used a typewriter?

Yes

How is social media changing news?

The need to be first versus in depth, contextualized coverage