Meet Melissa
Homeless 2 years, she is from New York
Monday, April 13, 2015
Florida INC. Jeff Brandes, R-St. Petersburg
Senate Bill 896 would shift the costs for moving utility lines on road and infrastructure projects from utility companies to taxpayers. Under current law, if a local government widens or improves a public road, the utility company must move or remove lines in the affected area at no cost to the government. SB 896 (and its companion in the House, HB 391) would shift that cost responsibility to the counties and municipalities — i.e. local taxpayers — for projects that are inside a public right-of-way and that are related to water and sewer improvements, stormwater/swale improvements, bicycle lanes, streetscapes, etc. here
"Corporate utility companies make large political contributions to legislators, while local governments cannot. The motivation behind virtually every bad bill can best be understood by following the money."
Robert Karl Hutchinson
Robert Karl Hutchinson
in Cuba: Obama more popular than Fidel, Raúl Castro
President
Barack Obama
Barack Obama
Is more popular among Cubans than either of the Castro brothers who have ruled the island for the past five and a half decades, according to a new poll secretly conducted there last month. here
Sunday, April 12, 2015
We Love Brian Willis, But!
He is running against the legendary
Pat Kemp,
what a waste.
He should run for something else.
what a waste.
He should run for something else.
Pat Kemp For County Commissioner,
Dist. 6
Dist. 6
Hispanic Right Wing Media Scramble To Anoint "Most Hispanic" Label To Jeb Bush And Ted Cruz
the most Hispanic candidate
Ignoring polls that show Latinos care about policies, not personality, and both candidates advocate conservative policies at odds with
the vast majority of Latino voters. here
Ed Dean Calls Bob Buckhorn A Liberal
Buckhorn’s reasons for supporting the Obama administration executive order are aligned with other liberal mayors throughout the country, claiming it would increase local tax revenue, stimulate local economies and improve public safety by strengthening neighborhoods.
But Buckhorn hasn’t taken into account the cost of welfare, how it will drain the local tax base and hurt the economy, not to mention the increased costs for public schools. Liberals often play up the emotional side of the illegal immigration issue without stopping to examine the costs. Buckhorn would be wise to look at all sides of the ledger. here Is he talking about our Mayor?
Saturday, April 11, 2015
John Morgan Is Serious
Bianca A Garza is serious!
Carlos Hermida is serious!
Kush Liberty is serious!
Central Florida NORML is serious!
Robert Mronetime Valdez Jr is serious!
We are serious!
Robert Mronetime Valdez Jr is serious!
We are serious!
“We have a list of 200,000 supporters who are still committed to this and 12,000 volunteers and 6,000 donors to the campaign, just because we got 58 percent and not 60 percent in the election we’re not going to pack up and go home. There are people banging on our door to fire it (the campaign) back up.” Ben Pollara
FBI's secret deal with Florida Department of Law Enforcement
The Florida agreement – obtained from the Hillsborough County sheriff’s office by the Guardian after a series of Stingray-related Freedom of Information Act requests sent over the past seven months –
reads in part:
reads in part:
“The Florida Department of Law Enforcement will, at the request of the FBI, seek dismissal of the case in lieu of providing, or allowing others to use or provide, any information concerning the Harris Corporation wireless collection equipment/technology, its associated software, operating manuals, and any related documentation.”
Fort Lauderdale Cops Are Coming To Drink Your Beer And Kill Niggers
Four Florida cops lost their jobs Friday after racist texts and an "inexcusable" video surfaced here
In Tallahassee about 100 activists gathered outside the Old Capitol where they burned a Confederate flag, to protest recent KKK activity in the area and draw attention to the links between the hate group and law enforcement. here
Hillsborough County $235.000 in Corporate Welfare
Headquarters operation. It would be in an unincorporated part of the county, creating 130 new higher-wage jobs. A local match of up to
$130,000 would start in fiscal year 2016 and be spread over six years.
IT expansion. It would create 125 higher-wage jobs with a local match of $75,000 spread over eight years, beginning in FY 2016.
Business services establishment. The operation would create 50 higher-wage jobs and is seeking a local funding match of $30,000 over five years.
How GOP Lost The Culture War
The argument is over and conservatives have lost. Some of them just don’t know it yet. here
Urge Publix to Switch to Plant-based Plastics!
Together, we can help Publix change their bag policy to reflect some or all of the following:
- Opt to use a plant-based polylactic acid plastic (PLA) instead of convential petroleum-based plastic. PLA biodegrades into carbon dioxide and water in about 3 months.
- Provide an incentive to customers who use re-usable grocery bags, maybe 15 cents per bag. At the family average of 1500 bags per year, that's an annual savings of $225 per year!
- Charge customers for each plastic bag they use. This will help Publix offset the cost of switching to PLA bags and help to subsidize the patrons who use re-usable bags. here
Friday, April 10, 2015
Pat Kemp - The Original Wonder Woman
You are my (our) hero — a true Wonder Woman, standing up for Truth, Justice, our Communities and our Planet!...Mariella Smith
The Republic Of Ybor
The Florida Legislature is telling President Barack Obama he’s wrong about Cuba.The House on Wednesday voted to send Obama a message that it opposes his decision to renew diplomatic relations with Cuba.The resolution also says the Legislature opposes the opening of any Cuban consulate or
diplomatic office in the state. here
We say we don't want to be part of Florida anymore. We want relations with Cuba and the consulate in our capital, Ybor City. here
diplomatic office in the state. here
We say we don't want to be part of Florida anymore. We want relations with Cuba and the consulate in our capital, Ybor City. here
Florida's Culture Of Corruption: In-group and Out-group
Campaign records show utility companies have sunk $12 million into the campaigns of state lawmakers since 2010.
That money comes from the bills paid by customers of the state’s four largest utilities — Duke Energy, Gulf Power, Florida Power & Light and Tampa Electric.
The recipient of the most utility money since 2010 is Gov. Rick Scott’s 2014 reelection campaign, which took in more than$1.1 million. here
Thursday, April 9, 2015
Florida DINOS In Tampa
Two of Florida's prominent DINOS Bob Buckhorn and Patrick Murphy have a love fest at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park on Tuesday. here
Black Farmers Association and Florida for Care Continue Fight for Inclusion of Minorities in SB 7066
SB 7066 is the low THC medical marijuana bill filed by Senator Bradley,
R-District 7, which has a requirement where nurseries that have been in business
for at least thirty years are the only ones that can apply for a license to grow
and process the medicine. Earlier this week Rep. Matt Caldwell, R-North Fort
Myers, who sponsored the amendment last year that allowed the requirements
stated, “I thought the ones who’ve been here the longest should be the first in
line”.
This requirement makes it impossible for black farmers to even apply for one
of the five highly sought after licenses- However, the Black Farmers and
Agriculturalists Association is not going to sit idly by while this bill is
pushed through committees.
Last week during the Health Policy Committee meeting members from the
association stood lobbying against the requirement stating the injustices to not
only the black farmer, but the small farmers in Florida. Howard Gunn, an Ocala
farmer and President of the Florida Black Farmers and
Agriculturalists Association said, “We basically would love to get into this
business. We see the profitability. We think the black farmers can somehow make
a better living”
An Amendment to SB 7066 has been filed that will change the requirement. The
Amendment sponsored by Minority Leader, Senator Joyner of District 19, should it
pass, will allow nurseries who have been in business for five consecutive years
to apply for one of the highly sought after licenses.
Right now the Rules Committee is meeting and will vote on the amendment to
change the requirement from thirty years to five. Florida for Care is hopeful
this egregious requirement will no longer exist. “When you see such a large
group of people being marginalized, it’s much easier to understand the injustice
of this rule”, said Dan Rogers, Director of Legislative Affairs, “and let’s face
it, no one wants to be called racist. This requirement is racist- it may not
have been intentional- but there’s no denying the reality.”
The Black Farmers Agriculturalists Association is not going to rely on hope.
They are at the Rules Committee this morning to once again lobby for their right
to apply for a license. “5 years will be a lot better than 30, but I have
constituents with me that believe there should not be any restrictions.” Stated
Howard Gunn. In regards to the overall status of the bill he said, “We are
hopeful the right decision will be made that will help all people and not just
some people. We understand it’s been a long time coming for patients.”
“Florida for Care is about creating a free and robust market- passing this
amendment will bring us closer to that goal.” said Ben Pollara, Executive
Director of Florida for Care.
Florida for
Care will spearhead legislation in March of 2015 in
Tallahassee, setting the standard for what the state’s medical marijuana system
should look like and how it can function most effectively. Such a system must
balance three core principles: first, safe, affordable patient access; second, a
tightly controlled state regulatory structure; and third, a robust, free market
commercial enterprise.
For more information or to schedule an interview with Ben Pollara or
Dan Rogers, please contact Bianca Garza via email at Bianca@floridaforcare.org
Florida did you know 3 wealthy people donated 98.5% of funds to oppose Florida's Amendment 2
Sheldon Adelson
Mel Sembler
and Carol Jenkins Barnett
daughter of Publix Super Markets founder George Jenkins
Where do you shop for groceries?
Where do you shop for groceries?
Right Wing Infestation In Hillsborough County
Names being floated on the Republican side for Hillsborough County commissioner in the countywide District 6 seat being vacated by a term limited Kevin Beckner in 2016 include former County Commissioners Jim Norman and Ronda Storms. Norman is reportedly all but officially in the race. here
PEST CONTROL
Registered Voters in Hillsborough County
Democrats:308,465
Republicans:246,959
PEST CONTROL
Registered Voters in Hillsborough County
Democrats:308,465
Republicans:246,959
#BlackLivesMatterTampa
#BlackLivesMatterTampa is an online forum intended to build connections, spark dialogue, and to encourage social action and engagement in Tampa, FL. here
Florida Vote No on Fracking Bills
NO on HB 1205/SB 1468 and HB 1209/SB 1582. These bills would allow more dangerous fracking in our state, and prevent Floridians from knowing what chemicals are being used in the process.
Wednesday, April 8, 2015
Florida, Call Rep. Jeff Brandes
Demand that the bill #SB300 pass the Senate!
Keep pushing the Florida Senate!
Tallahassee Phone:
(850) 487-5022
(850) 487-5022
Tweet him: @JeffreyBrandes support #SB300 now!
#Not1More deportation!
#Not1More deportation!
Florida's Culture Of Corruption: Marco Rubio
Sen. Marco Rubio attended a fundraising event Monday night at the home of a major Florida shipbuilder who is competing for a multibillion dollar contract from the Coast Guard,
an agency Rubio helps to oversee as the chairman of a key Senate subcommittee. here
Florida Dino Patrick Murphy's Source of Funds
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Architectural services
Accountants
Subcontractors
Foreign Policy
General Contractors
Stand Up for Transportation Day In Tampa
April 9th, 10am @ HART'S Marion Transit Center here
Rally Against The KKK In Tallahassee
Students for a Democratic Society (SDS) and other groups will be rallying against recent Klan activity in Tallahassee and North Florida on April 9. A Ku Klux Klan chapter has been flyering in Tallahassee neighborhoods, passing out racist and Islamophobic messages in an attempt to recruit. Recently it was revealed that three KKK members who worked for the Florida Department of Corrections were plotting to murder a black prisoner.
Students will rally at Florida State University’s Westcott Fountain at 7:00 p.m. and will then march to the steps of the Old Capitol. here
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