... to Fix Campaign Finance
Written by Lawrence Lessig, New York Times | Wednesday, 22 July 2015 13:00... the leading issue concerning voters in the upcoming presidential election, according to a recent Wall Street Journal/NBC News poll, is that “wealthy individuals and corporations will have too much influence over who wins.”
Cuba roundup
Written by Reuters, Democracy Now! + Politico | Wednesday, 22 July 2015 12:08After 54 years of officially not speaking, the USA and Cuba begin... 'Mandela was considered a terrorist' by the USA... Wouldn't you know it, the 'Party of No' opposes appointment of U.S. Ambassador to Cuba.
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is poised to issue new guidance about street design across the country. Will the new guidance include walking, bicycling, and transit facilities
Great list of a dozen speakers on relevant topics. Don't miss!
Thomas Piketty: 'Germany has never repaid'
Written by Daily KOS, compiled by Team SCPA | Thursday, 09 July 2015 08:53Economist Thomas Piketty blasts Germany and it's history of repayment of debt over the years, and it's attitudes toward its fellow EU neighbor, Greece.
SCOTUS decision prompts 'Celebration'
Written by Compiled by Team SCPA | Monday, 06 July 2015 18:03
Marriage equality in the USA means 'everything is different now,' says Space Coast Pride's Clayton Richardson.
Inequality + Millennials: no middle class?
Written by Wall Street Journal, Team SCPA | Monday, 06 July 2015 17:37What's the future for millennials?
FL Legislature didn't listen
Written by Amy Tidd, compiled by Team SCPA | Sunday, 28 June 2015 18:31Brevard citizen-advocate Amy Tidd: The Florida legislature did 'a spectacular job of ignoring many issues that the citizens had supported by their votes or voices.' We say: Amen to that!
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'Gay people are... family members, neighbors...'
Written by Evan Wolfson, REUTERS, compiled by Team SCPA | Sunday, 28 June 2015 14:20"... How Americans view gay people is the result of one of the most successful social justice movements of modern time.'
Healthcare USA + Single Payer
Written by Adam Gaffney, SALON, compiled by Team SCPA | Sunday, 28 June 2015 12:42The Affordable Care Act -- Obamacare -- a step in the right direction, but is 'corporate health care compromise' enough? Bernie Sanders: USA is only major country that doesn't guarantee healthcare to all people as a right...
This should be required of all: Immigration 101 -- a prerequisite...
Brevard NOW at National Conference
Written by Louisiana Hometown Network video | Sunday, 28 June 2015 11:02Terry Sanders, President, Brevard Chapter and others discuss issues of importance in a YouTube video.
SCPA Public Comment on Solar Energy
Written by SCPA, compiled by Team SCPA | Sunday, 28 June 2015 10:26Florida should maximize the use of renewable energy ... high solar energy potential ... solar energy at all scales... Sign the petition!
Big session for environment failed
Written by Tampa Bay Times | Saturday, 27 June 2015 12:17Legislature and Crisafulli failed to produce, big talk of water issues and environment was mostly talk.
OK given for Florida Power and Light to charge customers for fracking --
Amendment 1 lawsuit filed
Written by News compiled by Team SCPA | Tuesday, 16 June 2015 10:02UPDATE 'An insult to the 4.2 million voters who voted Yes for Amendment 1' said... / Crisafulli defended...
Florida Methodists: Publix should join Fair Food Program
Written by Coalition of Immokolee Workers, compiled by Team SCPA | Tuesday, 16 June 2015 07:38Historic step supports 'humane' wages and working conditions for farm workers.
Why Florida has 800,000 uninsured workers
Written by Tony Dutton and news reports | Tuesday, 16 June 2015 07:04Tony Dutton: Two facts go a long way in explaining why Florida has so many uninsured workers.
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