Why is this always the battle the republicans take up.
See new GOP Speaker of the House statements on social security, medicare, and Medicaid at the link below. We must fight to keep these folks out of office.
What Mike Johnson Has Said About Cutting Social Security (newsweek.com)
As a progressive, I am deeply concerned about the prospect of Ron DeSantis becoming president. While some may view him as a rising star in the Republican Party, I believe his policies and actions as governor of Florida demonstrate that he is not fit to lead the country.
One of the biggest concerns I have about DeSantis is his approach to public health and the COVID-19 pandemic. Throughout the pandemic, he has consistently downplayed the severity of the virus and refused to implement policies that would slow its spread. He has repeatedly criticized mask mandates and other public health measures, arguing that they are unnecessary and infringe on individual freedom.
This approach is not only dangerous, but it also demonstrates a fundamental lack of understanding of how public health crises work. The reality is that individual actions can have a profound impact on the health and well-being of others, particularly during a pandemic. By refusing to implement policies that would slow the spread of COVID-19, DeSantis is effectively prioritizing individual freedom over public health, which could have serious consequences for the country as a whole.
In addition to his approach to public health, DeSantis’ policies on a range of issues demonstrate that he is out of touch with the needs and concerns of everyday Americans. For example, he has signed legislation that restricts voting rights, making it harder for people to exercise their right to vote. He has also been a vocal opponent of progressive policies like a living wage and universal healthcare, arguing that they are “socialist” and would lead to economic ruin.
This kind of rhetoric and policy-making is not only deeply concerning, but it also demonstrates a lack of empathy for the struggles that many Americans face. It is clear that DeSantis is more interested in pursuing a right-wing ideological agenda than in addressing the real problems that people in this country are facing.
Furthermore, DeSantis’ record on issues related to race and social justice is deeply troubling. He has been a vocal opponent of the Black Lives Matter movement, which seeks to address systemic racism and police brutality in the United States. He has also signed legislation that restricts protests and protects Confederate monuments, despite the fact that these monuments represent a painful legacy of slavery and racism in this country.
This kind of rhetoric and policy-making demonstrates a lack of understanding of the systemic racism and inequality that many people in this country face on a daily basis. It also suggests that DeSantis is more interested in maintaining the status quo than in addressing the root causes of these issues.
Recently DeSantis has begun a fight against what he calls “Woke Policies”. The one that hits the news the most is his battle against Disney and the Reedy Creek Improvement District. Reedy Creek is a special taxing district that has been in place since 1967 when it was passed by the Florida legislature as a way for Disney to govern and manage its own land as an incentive to bring Disney World and Epcot to central Florida. The Reedy Creek Improvement District had the authority of a governmental body, but was not subject to the constraints of a governmental body. That changed under the 2023 act, which gave the Florida governor the authority to name its board members.. Florida is home to more than 1,800 special districts of all shapes, sizes, and flavors, from housing and community development districts to quasi-governmental agencies. He only has attacked Disney because they came out against his so-called “Don’t Say Gay” bill. This act by DeSantis is only a direct attack against Disney but not any of the other 1800 special taxing districts
Finally, DeSantis’ close ties to former President Donald Trump are deeply concerning. Trump’s presidency was marked by divisiveness, authoritarianism, and a lack of respect for democratic institutions. DeSantis’ close association with Trump suggests that he shares these values and may be willing to pursue similar policies if he were to become president.
In conclusion, I believe that Ron DeSantis is not fit to lead the country. His approach to public health, voting rights, social justice, and democracy is deeply concerning and suggests that he is more interested in pursuing a right-wing ideological agenda than in addressing the real problems that people in this country face. As we look to the future, it is important that we elect leaders who are committed to building a more just, equitable, and inclusive society, not ones who seek to maintain the status quo and protect the interests of the wealthy and powerful.
In the wake of the shooting at Robb Elementary in Uvalde Texas, US Congressman Tony Gonzales was invited to the KENS 5 new stations in San Antonio Texas to discuss the recent visit by the President and discuss the recent shooting.
Mr. Gonzales spoke on the recent shooting and mentioned how the conversation with the White House began soon after the shooting to discuss potential actions and plan a visit by the President and the First Lady. Mr. Gonzales mentioned that the president specifically was there to visit the families and had no intentions of making this a political event and I believe that is what happened.
One of the hosts mentioned that Mr. Gonzales has posted on social media that he had voted down two “gun control” measures in the past and that he stated he would do all he could to oppose “gun grabs” from the left.
The host asked where Mr. Gonzales stood on two measures that are being discussed for the upcoming special session.
In the United States, a red flag law is a gun control law that permits police or family members to petition a state court to order the temporary removal of firearms from a person who may present a danger to others or themselves.
A judge makes the determination to issue the order based on statements and actions made by the gun owner in question Refusal to comply with the order is punishable as a criminal offense.
After a set time, the guns are returned to the person from whom they were seized unless another court hearing extends the period of confiscation
As of 2021, 19 states and the District of Columbia have enacted a red-flag law.
While I disagree that these should be the first actions taken, they are at least a start. Mr. Gonzales took the typical politician step of not answering the questions but answering the questions he wished the host had asked.
His answer to those two simple questions was to talk about what he had done. Looking for 25 million for a mental health hospital, 13.5 million for a radio system that will tie all emergency responders onto one system, and another emergency center for Uvalde, a city of 15000 people.
Here is a link to who donates to Tony. I see energy, New York
Finance, and prescription meds with a first look. Take a look at this link, do you see weapon companies, how about mental health companies. Those seem to be his priorities.
In November 2022 Vote Tony Out. I give Tony Gonzales a thumbs-down for not answering questions. We should expect our elected officials to answer questions from the media and the public.
Here is the video, the question starts at 1:44. Watch for yourself and let me know what you think.
Mickey.
Gun deaths continue to be a part of nearly every news cycle. Whether that is the morning news, the afternoon news, or the evening news. It never stops being a part of the news cycle. Of course, you would think this would be brought up in the federal and national capitols but there continues to be no action. In Florida, the governor is trying to pass what they are currently calling “Constitutional Carry”. So far this year four states — Alabama, Ohio, Indiana, and Georgia — have passed constitutional carry or permitless carry laws, making them the 22nd, 23rd, 24th, and 25th states to do so.
What is Constitutional Carry? In the simplest terms, constitutional carry is the right to bear arms, concealed or not, without any restrictions from the government. There are other terms for this policy, including permitless carry, and unrestricted carry. So, no background checks, not checking for any previous convictions, not checking of any kind.
Who wants this? I am not sure. The only place it seems to have popularity is with elected Republicans to sell to their base.
Be sure to watch the news at the next opportunity. There will be more unwarranted shooting deaths and you better believe it will get worse with laws like this going through Republican-led statehouses.
Vote Blue in 2022.