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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.
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“Florida’s former top public health official criticized Gov. Ron DeSantis’ latest foray into COVID-19 vaccine skepticism, saying the state is wrong to discourage those under age 65 from getting the new booster.
Dr. Scott Rivkees, who preceded Dr. Joseph Ladapo as the state’s surgeon general, said the move runs counter to the goals of public health.”
COVID second opinion: Florida's former top doc says DeSantis wrong to discourage boosters
www.tallahassee.com
Scott Rivkees resigned in 2021 after being shunned by DeSantis for encouraging COVID-19 precautions when the governor wanted virtually no preventive measures.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
“Critics have said DeSantis vetoed this and other energy-saving bills to help wean the nation off of fossil fuels to appeal to Iowa voters, who are expected to get the first crack at choosing a Republican nominee for president in January.
Iowa produces much of the corn to make ethanol used in gasoline. DeSantis also vetoed a bill that would have allowed state and local agencies to increase the electric vehicles in their fleets, saving the state $277 million over 15 years.”
Democrats want feds to revive $346M energy-saving grants that DeSantis vetoed
www.orlandosentinel.com
Florida Democrats want the feds to revive a $346 million energy-saving plan that Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed,0 CommentsComment on Facebook
“The campaign has already gathered about 600,000 of the 891,523 signatures needed to make the 2024 ballot, she said.
But only about 300,000 of them have been validated by the state so far, and experts said many more signatures than the official threshold need to be gathered to offset ones that don’t pass muster.”
Florida groups push to get abortion rights into state’s constitution
www.orlandosentinel.com
More money needs to be raised and time is running out if they want to get the nearly 900,000 valid signatures needed by February.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
“Gov. Ron DeSantis took six undisclosed trips on private jets after his election in 2018, the Washington Post reported, just a few of many perks such as lodging and dining paid for by wealthy donors.
According to flight manifests and other data, the Post reported DeSantis traveled to the Augusta National Golf Club in Georgia on a plane owned by Volusia County developer Mori Hosseini, who according to a previous Orlando Sentinel story had gotten tickets for DeSantis to play at the exclusive club and also flew first lady Casey DeSantis to a defense contractor’s fundraiser in Jacksonville.
Hosseini also loaned a golf simulator to the Governor’s Mansion, all while $92 million in leftover COVID funds were steered toward an interchange project benefiting one of his developments.”
DeSantis donors paid for Augusta flight and others in 2018, report says
www.orlandosentinel.com
Gov. Ron DeSantis took six undisclosed trips on private jets following his election in 2018, the Washington Post reported, just a few of many perks such as lodging and dining paid for by wealthy do…0 CommentsComment on Facebook
“Vaccines for the three most closely watched viruses — COVID-19, flu and respiratory syncytial virus — will soon be available just before the respiratory virus season is in full swing.”
Triple set of vaccines coming: What to know
www.beckershospitalreview.com
Vaccines for COVID-19, flu and RSV are soon to be available before the respiratory virus season.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
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GLOBAL WARMING: TRUTH & CONSEQUENCES Part 1
Oct. 12th 6:30 PM
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Panelists include:
**Dr. Leesa Souto, Ph.D., Principal Scientist, Applied Ecology Inc.
Dr. Souto has been working for Florida’s water resources for over 30 years in many different capacities, providing her a comprehensive understanding of the complex environmental issues facing our state.
During her career, she has done water and soil chemistry testing and analysis; groundwater and surface water assessment and remediation; environmental education and behavior change; shoreline restoration and land management; policy support and advocacy; program design and evaluation; environmental and socio-ecological research; grants and contract administration; and business development and management. She has successfully administered over $15M in grant-funded environmental projects in her career and has managed successful nonprofit and for-profit businesses.
She is an urban-ecology researcher and award-winning lecturer conducting and sharing actionable research to solve Florida’s water quality problems. Some of her accomplishments include initiating an international fishing line recycling program (MRRP, 2001), creating the Florida Water Resources Monitoring Council structure (2002-04), chairing Florida’s Stormwater Education Task Force (2001-2012), creating and distributing the Stormwater Education Toolkit (2003-04), launching the Cocoa Beach and Orlando Green Business Programs (2007-2011), producing the Indian River Lagoon Report Card (2017-2021) and conducting over one hundred charettes, assemblies, and conferences to reach consensus on critical issues.
Dr. Souto received a BS in Biological Sciences and Minor in Interdisciplinary Sciences from Florida State University and a Masters in Nonprofit Management and Doctorate in Conservation Biology from the University of Central Florida.
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GLOBAL WARMING: TRUTH & CONSEQUENCES Part 1
Oct. 12th 6:30 PM
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us02web.zoom.us/j/84175950107
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Meeting ID: 841 7595 0107
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**Addisyn Mayer: 10-year-old political activist; SCPA VIP Panelist and SCPA Youth Ambassador
At 10 years old Addisyn has received the President’s Gold Volunteer Service Award 2 years in a row. On June 11th, 2022 Addisyn spoke at, “March for Our Lives Rally”, held in Brevard County regarding how the kids asking for change are the answer to your thoughts and prayers but you’re just not listening to them. She is currently the youngest ambassador to the ‘Right to Clean Water’ Initiative. Addisyn is a very active member of her community in central Florida, all while maintaining a 95% overall average in virtual school.
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GLOBAL WARMING: TRUTH & CONSEQUENCES Part 1
Oct. 12th 6:30 PM
Join us on Zoom
us02web.zoom.us/j/84175950107
Or watch on YOUTUBE after the event:
www.youtube.com/@SCPABrevard
OR call in on your phone, enter the phone number, and then follow the prompts to enter the meeting ID
Phone: +1 929 205 6099
Meeting ID: 841 7595 0107
Panelists include:
**Hunter Miller: Field Campaigns Manager for Oceana/Protecting the World’s Oceans
For the last decade, Hunter has helped lead efforts to educate, organize, and advocate for our oceans, climate, and Florida’s coastal communities. As a Field Campaigns Manager, he helps lead a team of field representatives and works across Oceana’s U.S. campaigns, building support for local, state, and national policy change. Hunter regularly works with coastal community stakeholders, fishers, businesses, ENGO partners, and elected officials to build power to protect and restore our oceans.
During his time at Oceana, Hunter has helped to successfully defend against former President Trump’s proposal to dramatically expand offshore drilling in Federal waters, built support and helped pass a federal ban on the sale of shark fins, and passed local and state policies aimed at combatting the plastic pollution crisis. He also works to defend our nation’s blue ribbon, science-based fisheries management law, the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act and supports efforts to save the critically endangered North Atlantic right whale from extinction.
Hunter is a sixth-generation Floridian and has a B.S. in Public Administration from Flagler College.
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