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2011 Florida Netroots awards runoff
Since the inception of the two political parties we have today, people have attempted to explain what exactly the difference is between the Democratic and Republican base. I have always been of the opinion that the answer to that is fairly simple; Republicans fall in line, Democrats need to fall in love. Continue reading
The Economic Development Commission of Florida’s Space Coast graded Brevard county and three city governments as “simplified, nimble and accelerated” as part of a certification process designed to highlight business friendly municipalities with minimal red tape. Continue reading
Exactly a week from today marks the congressional deadline to raise the national debt ceiling. Unless you have been living under a rock for the last month (and, considering the wave of political apathy that marks the Space Coast and the nation, thats not to far outside the realm of possibility) you have heard the jist of the story.
Obama leads the charge for congress to raise the national debt ceiling, while speaker of the House -and owner of the creepiest perpetually tearful eyes that have ever been caught on film- John Boehner leads the opposition. Yes, we have actually reached a point where Republicans on the hill are ACTIVELY FOR DESTROYING AMERICA’S ECONOMY. What kind of world are we living in when there is a group of seemingly normal, (arguably) rational human beings who are openly FOR Americas catastrophic downfall. A better question: What kind of world are we living in when this group of people can use that stance as a viable talking point. Continue reading
A few months ago during the Legislative Session, rallies were held across Florida as part of Awake the State, an “organic, grassroots movement of everyday Floridians fighting to reject devastating budget cuts, stop the assault on middle class families, and invest in Floridians again.” With impressive attendance numbers, Awake the State rallies were considered resoundingly successful at shedding light on their issues. They were also a milestone event in what has been a great year for the relationship between the local progressive community and union members on the Space Coast.
The relationship between Democrats and unions have always been a natural one of mutual advantage, but somewhere along the way, it seemed that this relationship faltered by a lack of urgency or apparent need. But now, in a time when even the most basic rights of workers are under fire, locally, statewide and nationally, it seems that unions are once again reaching out for allies and -at least on the Space Coast- they are finding these allies in the Democratic party. Continue reading
When Alan Grayson was elected to the United States House of Representatives, a beneficiary of the Obama Tidal wave of 2008, Floridians across his district and beyond had made history. They had elected a man who actually embraced his title of progressive Democrat. Long-shot would be an understatement when describing Grayson’s election, considering his Orlando home’s tradition of conservative dominance (a tradition that tends to follow to the rest of the State).
Perhaps the most unbelievable part of Grayson’s journey and time in the House of Representatives is not that he ran as a blunt speaking, progressive, Democrat with a swagger reminiscent of Mick Jagger; It’s the fact that once he got elected, he actually continued to be a blunt spoken progressive Democrat. Continue reading
It is a fairly safe bet that in the last couple of days you have witnessed or participated in some experimentation with explosives, eaten something cooked on a grill and perhaps watched a film depicting the signing of the declaration set to song. We all have our own traditions, celebrating all that it means to be American.
Every July 4th, people across the country celebrate America’s independence from our sovereign nation of Great Britain, an act that became official with the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4th, 1776.
Though some form of this tradition has taken place since that year, only in 1941 did Independence Day, or simply “Fourth of July”, become a federally mandated holiday.
It turns out, 1941 was a pretty big year for our Nation. So, in celebration of post independence day drowsiness and hot dog comas, KimberlyKent.org presents a brief overview of what ELSE was going on the year that America decided our independence was something worth taking off work for. Continue reading
‘I Have to Do This,’ New York Governor, Andrew Cuomo. Click the image to check out the great behind the scenes article from the NY Times. Photo: Pat Arnow
Last night I was in a hotel room, surrounded by several other women as we belted out the chorus to Frank Sinatra’s classic “New York, New York.” Our celebration was shared by people across the country, as people rejoiced the passing of marriage equality in New York.
Yesterday’s result in New York is a beacon of hope for all those who have long fought to hold up the American promise of “Liberty and Justice for all.” After days of debate, an extension of the legislative session and the last minute switch of two Republican state senators, New York became the six and largest state to legalize same-sex marriage when Governor Cuomo signed the bill into law late last night. Assuming there are no legal disputes over the new law, marriages can begin as early as late July. Continue reading
Marco Rubio speaks at CPAC in 2010. Photo: Gage Skidmore
The now infamous 2010 ‘shellacking’ of the Democratic Party has given us here in Florida some big names; from Rick Scott – otherwise known as Lord Voldemort- to Daniel Webster -who has spent his time in congress helping to pass anti-woman laws and is still most known for being that guy who used a state party credit card to charge nearly $10,000 at Tallahassee restaurants. On the local level, John Tobia managed to keep his State Rep. seat (district 31) and went on to mutter his belligerent hate speech another day. Ritch Workman (State Rep., District 30) was also able to keep his seat. He then went on to propose and pass a pension bill that now requires state workers to give up 3% of their salaries.
These are the guys in the newspapers, the ones who have not hesitated to let their proverbial flags fly in reference to their controversial views on everything from women’s rights to giving away the 2.4 billion in federal stimulus allotted for Florida Rail. Yes, this wave of 2010 beneficiaries has wasted no time and showed no shame. All but one. Continue reading
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