Sunshine Matters

Media Coverage Overview – June 10, 2010

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During the last 24 hours, media coverage continues to report that the oil spill has damaged Florida’s tourism industry. Some articles discuss the push for BP to give more money to aid Florida tourism.  Some articles report that there are few vacation deals despite the oil spill.  Other articles discuss how the oil spill is impacting the careers of politicians. Please see highlighted examples below and today’s CNBC video interview with VISIT FLORIDA’s President and CEO, Chris Thompson. Continue reading »

Media Coverage Overview – June 9, 2010

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During the last 24 hours, media coverage focuses on how the oil spill is negatively impacting Florida’s tourism industry and hints at severe economic losses for the Florida tourism industry if the situation worsens in the coming months.  Some articles continue to report that BP “pledges $25 million more to Florida tourism.”  Other articles criticize the lack of vacation deals despite oil spill.  Very few articles discuss new tourism attractions.  Please find highlights below from print, online and news videos. Continue reading »

Media Coverage Overview – June 8, 2010

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Today’s overall media coverage continues to report on tar washing ashore on Florida beaches.  Most media coverage also states that the oil spill will negatively affect Florida tourism, fisheries, economy and environment.  Some articles continue to discuss President Obama’s response to the crisis, and proposed clean-up efforts.  Some media coverage discusses that the oil landfall will likely continue. Continue reading »

Media Coverage Overview – June 7, 2010

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Overall, media coverage monitoring this weekend and early today mainly centers on reports that oil has reached the Florida panhandle.  Most media coverage also stated that the oil spill will negatively affect Florida tourism, fisheries, economy and environment.  Some articles continue to report on the anger and frustration of Florida residents and industries impacted by the situation. Some articles discuss BP’s/President Obama’s response to the crisis.  The vast majority of media coverage however, focuses primarily on the tar washing up on Florida beaches.  Continue reading »

The Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill is already seriously impacting the economy in many Florida communities, and it is increasingly likely that Florida’s coastline will be impacted by the spill as well. Continue reading »