Tuesday, October 16, 2018
Hillsborough Progressives Reject Janet Cruz
When the Democratic Progressive Caucus issued its endorsements this week, one prominent name was omitted: Janet Cruz.
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Call it payback for the term-limited Cruz’ reprehensible power play last February when she muscled progressive Bob Buesing out of the race to challenge Republican
State Sen. Dana Young.
State Sen. Dana Young.
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This most recent gut punch to the Cruz campaign culminates her fruitless quest to regain the trust of the Democratic Party’s progressive wing.
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Priot to Cruz’ heavy handedness, Bob Buesing had already raised an ample war chest and hit the campaign trail, salivating over a promising rematch. Progressives were ignited.
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Not any more. They have decided not to reward treachery.
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At the outset of the Young-Cruz race it was considered by the Florida Democratic Party as a flippable seat. That possibility is now considered a long shot by most independent observers.
By Jim Bleyer
Monday, October 15, 2018
Key members of Central Florida GOP
Are part of a racially charged,
anti-Semitic Facebook group.
Rep. Scott Plakon of Longwood
Rep. Bob Cortes of Altamonte Springs and Seminole County tax collector Joel Greenberg are all members of the group. Teens for America First, which is private, describes itself as "a President Trump-inspired, conservative group founded to advance the America First Agenda, to reclaim America's future,
and to preserve her past." here
and to preserve her past." here
The Approved Balm Development
A large housing development soon will encroach onto rural lands in the Balm area of eastern Hillsborough County despite the protests of area residents and the sympathy of several county commissioners.
Three commissioners — Pat Kemp, Lesley Miller and Stacy White — initially supported sending the Balm project back to the county’s hearing master for a rehearing on density issues raised by area residents, but were outvoted.
Efforts to delay the project were defeated and the project was approved with White joining those in favor. here
“I have very many concerns. I agree with the Balm community that this does not seem consistent with the rest of the area. We have turned this into a typical sprawled development. We should stop moving forward with things that don’t work for the betterment of the community,” said Kemp to loud applause from the audience.
SheNANDAgans in Ybor
Ybor City is full of PRIDE! Check out one of my best friend's first time going to a gay bar that turned into a drag show all in one!
Sunday, October 14, 2018
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| Former New York City Mayor and political donor Michael Bloomberg with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. (Click photo above for full article) |
The top two donors nationally this election are both buying candidates who they expect to support the Israeli Zionist government. Sheldon Adelson is number 1, donating to Republican candidates around the country, and Michael Bloomberg is number 2, donating to Democrats, including Andrew Gillum.
"In addition to giving candidates money, Bloomberg is also personally campaigning for some, including Tennessee’s Phil Bredesen and Florida’s Andrew Gillum.
Last week the Tampa Bay Times reported: '[Andrew Gillum] walked into one of the most dependable voting precincts in South Florida wearing a yarmulke and touted his ties to Florida’s Jewish community. In the company of the Jewish former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg, [Andrew] Gillum delivered a short speech in which he spoke about his three trips to Israel during his time in office in Tallahassee and his family’s history.' "
OF COURSE THIS MATTERS!!! These two men wouldn't be investing 10's of millions of dollars into the campaigns of both parties if they didn't expect a return from their investments. I think we all know about the atrocities that the Palestinian people have had to endure for the last 70 years. Throughout the history of the State of Israel, it's top political and military leaders have openly admitted that their countries goal is to eliminate the Palestinian people so they could steal all of their lands for themselves. This is GENOCIDE and both men who are vying to be our next governor have been paid to turn their heads.
This country has become morally corrupt.
WE SHOULD ALL HANG OUR HEADS IN SHAME!
Saturday, October 13, 2018
What Stogie Had For Lunch
Vaca Frita
With Rice and Platanos
At La Tropicana in Ybor City
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EAT LOCAL!
Friday, October 12, 2018
2020 with Asher
That being said, we need to pay attention to the looming Presidential primary that will begin immediately afterward. While there is a Tampa municipal election headed our way, we should be prepared to discuss candidates for 2020. Being the political junkie that I am, I’ve already discussed potential candidates on my personal page. Here I will go slightly deeper into some of the options I am considering.
I care most about: Ending the War on Terror and reforming our foreign policy. Ending the War on Drugs and transforming our justice system to benefit marginalized communities. Support for our Constitution which should include protecting LGBT, our right to search and seizure, the right to bear arms with common sense gun control, & the general welfare — ADA, universal healthcare, a push toward eliminating student debt, better pay for civil servants, and environmental action. A plan of action to confront national security wherein we have mass shooters threatening our lives—with gun control, mental healthcare expansion, and undercover, trained Marshals to defend our schools. I might be laying out MY platform here, but that’s what I look for in candidates. I’m also leaving a lot out.
1. Sen. Bernie Sanders is the most popular choice for progressives and stands out due to a lifetime of public service. While his running would indubitably spark up tension from 2016, his demeanor and platform are right for this country. His “take no prisoners,” bold approach to politics would rival Trump’s knee jerk, hyper emotional populism well, and highlight the need for progressive change. Bernie has a pro working class platform, a strong stance on civil liberties, and an anti war attitude; he’d earn my support with ease. He is getting up there in age, along with his wife, Jane, and so might decide to pass the torch. I would support this and eagerly anticipate his endorsement.
2. Rep. Tulsi Gabbard is an exceptional political figure from Hawaii. She is cool in the spotlight, has been bold in her support for the progressive movement, and has a fantastic platform. She supports Glass Steagall, environmental action, and is vehemently anti war. She served in the military which empowers her anti war stances, and has the temperament to be a star candidate. What she should do upon deciding to run for President is make her support for the LGBT community firm; her background with an anti gay, political father will be a thorn in her side, and she should publicly declare that she has indeed evolved and welcomes others from similar backgrounds to evolve on the issue as well. While doing this, Tulsi should make a definitive position defending the trans community in their current struggle for civil liberties. Past that, I would be honored to support Tulsi in a run for Commander in Chief.
3. Rep. Ro Khanna is not as well known. He is the Congressman from Silicon Valley in California in his first term. With less than two years on the Hill, Ro has already helped start caucuses, draft bills, make connections, and made so much of his short time in Congress. He, like Tulsi, is a progressive rockstar and should receive far more attention from our leftist community. He would have to work on his name recognition and, perhaps, spice up his public speaking. Check him out. I would love to support Ro if he decides to run, and so far as I can tell he hasn’t made such a statement.
4. Sen. Elizabeth Warren has become a household name among progressives. Her firebrand advocacy for restraining Wall Street is legendary. Her defiance of the national tumor that is the MAGA movement is admirable. While some people doubt her charisma, I think she has it in strides, with the ability to win over NPAs with her progressive message. A seasoned politician with a knack for standing up to the powers that be, I would be excited to support Elizabeth Warrren. My concern is with her votes on the Defense bills. She would need to make a definitive stance against the War on Terror and apologize for, or, at least, acknowledge moving past her past votes on Defense legislation.
Who would you be excited to support? Let me know and please remain civil. I would want whoever runs to pick up a towel and wipe the slate clean from 2016. It’ll be tough, but someone needs the spinal fortitude to bring people together under a progressive candidate. That’s what Andrew Gillum is doing!
Florida Latinos Not Buying GOP BS
Florida Republican gubernatorial candidate Ron DeSantis’ plan to attract Latino voters by painting his opponent as a socialist doesn’t seem to have taken hold. Here
What Stogie Had For Lunch
Grilled Chicken
With Yrllow Rice and Tostones
At El Puerto in Ybor
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EAT LOCAL!
Boricuas Rule Central Florida
Latino voter outreach groups — including Respeta Mi Gente, Mi Familia Vota and Hispanic Federation have registered 77,000 new Central Florida voters this past year. HERE
Ybor Rob First amendment Audit/Copwatch
First amendment audit/ Copwatch on a drive by shooting scene.Corner of 19th avenue @ 10th street Tampa FL. First amendment rights attempted to be violated.
(813)242-3800😎 Sergeant requested to scene for being falsely accused of IMPEDING investigation. It's our right to record Police accountability footage. No one injured.
Just another day in Ybor City
(813)242-3800😎 Sergeant requested to scene for being falsely accused of IMPEDING investigation. It's our right to record Police accountability footage. No one injured.
Just another day in Ybor City
Thursday, October 11, 2018
HCC Adjuncts: Day of Action in Ybor City
HCC adjuncts have been fighting for a fair contract and a union for nearly 3 years. Yesterday the special magistrate published his recommendations for a first contract. It's the first of it's kind in Florida. Today adjuncts and community members held a press conference to talk about teaching at HCC and why this fight is so important for the state of higher education.
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VISIT THEM HERE
Ron DeSantis Wrote the Book On Why Slavery Wasn't So Bad
In what may be the most shocking political development of the year, a bombshell report found that Florida gubernatorial candidate Ron DeSantis wrote some insanely racist shit.
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