From Reconstruction-era ballot stuffing to the “Conchs versus outsiders” fight of 2026, Key West elections have never been quiet — or particularly clean.
This is a good one Ted. Thank you for the well researched history. It was fascinating. And this line got me thinking: "The more revealing divide may not be Conchs against outsiders at all. It may be political access against political exclusion — those who benefit from City Hall’s decisions against those who believe they have been shut out." The seems to also reflect the national politics pitting the oligarchy against the rest of us. Thanks for the continued good work.
This is a good one Ted. Thank you for the well researched history. It was fascinating. And this line got me thinking: "The more revealing divide may not be Conchs against outsiders at all. It may be political access against political exclusion — those who benefit from City Hall’s decisions against those who believe they have been shut out." The seems to also reflect the national politics pitting the oligarchy against the rest of us. Thanks for the continued good work.
It is a microcosm of what we are seeing and thank you for the kind words.
And also, Chris, thank you for being an early adopter!
Fascinating history… Also brought back many memories regarding Richard Hyman, Joe, Balbantin and Captain Tony
Excellent summary, Ted. This election has been entertaining, if not a bit Machiavellian.