Welcome to the Space Coast Progressive Alliance
The Space Coast Progressive Alliance advances progressive policies at the local, state and national level through education on critical issues, coordination of activities among local and state progressive organizations, and providing internet resources.
We are a grassroots organization of concerned citizens who strive for domestic and international policies beneficial to the well-being and self-determination of Americans and all peoples of the world, for protection of civil and personal liberties, and for progressive environmental, economic, labor, health care, social welfare, education, foreign, and defense policies.
Current News and Information
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Biden Is Reversing Trump’s Anti-Immigrant Acts. Will He Repair Harm from Deportations Under Obama?
"Unwilling to wait for the state to implement its COVID-19 vaccine-registration program, the county will spend $175,00 to buy its own appointment and waitlist system."
Impatient with the state, Indian River to spend $175,000 for vaccine appointment, waitlist system
www.tcpalm.com
The county system is to be operational in three to seven days, while the state has said its system should be up and running this week."The horrific, deadly events that took place at our Capitol on January 6, 2021 when a large group of insurrectionists temporarily took control of the building, may be the reason for some leaving the Republican Party."
940 Brevard Republicans have left the party since the riot at the Capitol - The Space Coast Rocket
thespacecoastrocket.com
Spread the loveThe horrific, deadly events that took place at our Capitol on January 6, 2021 when a large group of insurrectionists temporarily took control of the building, may be the reason for some..."Federal officials are privately considering whether it's feasible to charge all the rioters who entered the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, according to a report in The Washington Post that prompted outrage online from critics wondering if those charged are being coddled because of their race."
DOJ Reportedly Considers Not Charging All Capitol Rioters, Sparking Outrage
www.forbes.com
Many are arguing Black rioters would not be treated so lightly.So privileged...disgusting.
Throw the book at who ever breached, completely misguided debacle. No leniency! Examples need to made! If we can lock someone up for weed for years, these folks deserve a lot harsher reality!!! IMHO!
Trespassing in a secure government building? Killing a policeman? Make sure these folks spend the rest of their lives with a criminal record.
uh, yeah!
"President Joe Biden ordered his Department of Justice not to renew its contracts with private prisons, one of multiple new planks of Biden’s broad-focused racial justice agenda."
Biden orders DOJ to end private prison contracts as part of racial equity push
www.cnbc.com
President Biden signed four additional executive actions after laying out his racial equity plan at the White House."Legislation that would make it harder to sue businesses that expose people to COVID-19 is moving forward in the Florida Legislature, where a face-off looms between businesses, employees, lobbyists and trial lawyers over a top priority for the Republican leadership."
www.floridaphoenix.com
Legislation that would make it harder to sue businesses that expose people to COVID-19 is moving forward in the Florida Legislature, where a face-off looms between businesses, employees, lobbyists and..."New theories that Trump will be sworn in as the 19th president on March 4th are swirling on social media"
QAnon Believers Are Pushing New Trump Conspiracy Theories on TikTok
www.rollingstone.com
New theories that Trump will be sworn in as the 19th president on March 4th are swirling on social mediaAre re-education camps really that bad?
"Millions of Americans sympathize with the Capitol insurrection. Everyone else must figure out how to live alongside them."
Coexistence Is the Only Option
www.theatlantic.com
Millions of Americans sympathize with the Capitol insurrection. Everyone else must figure out how to live alongside them.Coexistence necessitates validation.... I chose to not peacefully coexist with fascists. Both sides can't just get along when one side is literally okay with the death of people I love and care for.
Some of them we can coexist and eventually change yes, but trying to coexist with supremacists who would rather see me and my friends gone is not really an option.
Donald Trump is an idiot who lost by 7 million votes. He told his supporters not to vote by mail. If they can get over that, we can move forward together. If not, then I’m done arguing. They literally tried to overthrow the constitution.
Dear Members and Supporters,
After a challenging political cycle in our country, I am pleased to take a moment to acknowledge the peaceful transition of power that took place last week in Washington D.C.
Presidential inaugurations are special events to celebrate the strength of our democracy. Wednesday’s ceremony reinforced the core of our institutions in standing with the will of the people. Our national unity and the vision to create a meaningful, lasting progress for the people of this country was finalized and honored.
Space Coast Progressive Alliance has a 25-year history of working hard to educate and defend the constitution and the will of the American people. We welcome President Biden and Vice President Harris to their new roles and wish them the best in their new roles.
I encourage all of you to set politics aside and join us in refocusing our efforts here in Brevard County. We will always demand our political leaders to uphold our constitutional values, protect our liberty, and defend our democracy from the vices of tyranny and hate. We ask this new administration to continue to lead the world as an advocate for progressive action, and above all, peace and justice for all.
The word “progressive” encountered a unique perspective this past election. Progressive minds are guided by our founding father’s vision in protecting and defending the rights of all Americans - values rooted in the DNA of this nation. This nation has the opportunity to model for others an approach that brings people together. At its core, our values are the virtuous combination of kindness and empathy. They are about truly seeing the person in front of us – regardless of class, color, creed, or gender – and understanding them as best we can.
Our nation has called upon us to transform our understanding into meaningful action to positively and justly lead our communities. National Youth Poet Laureate, Amanda Gorman articulated it beautifully in her inaugural poem: “For there is always light. If only we’re brave enough to see it. If only we’re brave enough to be it.” Let us heed these words and continue to lead our community and our nation with determination and an honest effort, knowing there must be a trajectory to our humble journey.
To our Board Members and Action Project Committees, thank you for your continued leadership, resilience and innovation. We truly miss your enthusiasm and the warm engagement with our members and guests at Front Street Civic Center, but we are proud of the way we have adapted over these last few months.
I also want to acknowledge our transitioning board members and former president. Their dedication, hard work and volunteer time is very much appreciated. We will carry the torch of leadership forward among our allies and foes in this area. We are honored to call you our main supporters and friends.
Members and Supporters, I know that the events of recent weeks have profoundly impacted so many of us, and these can be deeply personal. I encourage you all to take the time you need to reflect and process this moment in time, and then join us at Space Coast Progressive Alliance www.scpaflorida.com in doing our part to help our community move forward as one.
Regards,
Raed Alshaibi
SCPA President
Current News and Information
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Damn you Putin https://twitter.com/jasonjgauthier/status/1353185183512465410
Here’s the difference, folks.
When Colin Kaepernick speaks out against racial injustice, no team will sign him.
When Josh Hawley gets dropped for helping incite an insurrection, he lands another book deal in less than 2 weeks.
This is what white privilege looks like.
Platforms Must Pay for Their Role in the Insurrection via @wired
Platforms Must Pay for Their Role in the Insurrection
Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube have spent years fomenting and enabling yesterday’s violence at the Capitol. Policy...
www.wired.com
Hundreds of Google Employees Unionize, Culminating Years of Activism
Hundreds of Google Employees Unionize, Culminating Years of Activism
The creation of the union, a rarity in Silicon Valley, follows years of increasing outspokenness by Google workers. ...
www.nytimes.com
NPE's Thoughts on the Selection of Miguel Cardona for Secretary of Education
NPE's Thoughts on the Selection of Miguel Cardona for Secretary of Education
Last evening the Biden Administration selected Dr. Miguel Cardona, the State Superintendent of Connecticut, as his Sec...
networkforpubliceducation.org
Pandemic relief by country (up to % of wages):
Japan: 100% of wages
Netherlands: 90%
Norway: 90%
Germany: 87%
France: 84%
Italy: 80%
UK: 80%
Canada: 75%
...
America: 0%
Tweet from TweetCaster - @ryangrim: This should be a wall-to-wall scandal https://theintercept.com/2020/12/18/afghanistan-cia-militia-01-strike-force
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Apocalypse Cow: The Future of Life at Point Reyes National Park via @pacificsun
Apocalypse Cow: The Future of Life at Point Reyes National Park
A Pacific Sun investigation reveals that a recent National Parks Service report is deeply flawed scientifically, culturally and ethically.
pacificsun.com
Gangsterism as Foreign Policy: Assassinations are Becoming the New Norm - https://www.counterpunch.org/2020/12/08/gangsterism-as-foreign-policy-assassinations-are-becoming-the-new-norm/
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