Jacksonville community groups are holding a rally to urge the school board to approve recommended name changes of six schools named after Confederate leaders.
George Floyd’s death sparks changes, debate surrounding policing
Tuesday marks 1 year since Floyd’s death at the hands of Minneapolis police
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Tuesday marks one year since the death of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police.
Floyd’s death sparked a nationwide movement to change law enforcement tactics and increase accountability, but the movement has brought different results in different parts of the country.
In Jacksonville and across Florida, there have been changes as well as a lot of debate. In the months following Floyd’s death after much public outcry, State Attorney Melissa Nelson sped up the process of releasing body-worn camera footage to the public.
Last Call for 5.18.21 â A prime-time read of whatâs going down in Florida politics
Last Call â A prime-time read of whatâs going down in Florida politics.
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Rep.
Ben Diamond is currently lined up to lead the caucus during the 2023-24 term. However, the St. Petersburg Democrat has decided to run for the seat currently held by U.S. Rep.
Charlie Crist as the Congressman makes his third bid for Governor.
Shortly after Diamond announced his Congressional run, Alexander said he would seek to replace him as Democratic Leader for the 2022-24 term.
Alexanderâs announcement was met with enthusiasm from within the House Democratic Caucus, with Reps.
Val Demings vs. Marco Rubio: A race to control the Senate
After months of mulling over whether to challenge Gov. Ron DeSantis or Sen. Marco Rubio, Congresswoman Val Demings is set to take on Rubio in 2022. Author: Keitha Nelson Updated: 5:42 PM EDT May 18, 2021
WASHINGTON Jacksonville native, Florida Congresswoman Val Demings is set to take on Sen. Marco Rubio in the November 2022 election, according to ABC News.
The news of Demings entry into the race is causing a stir online as people are weighing in on the possibilities ahead. It s a race that could have crucial implications as both parties continue to fight for control of the U.S. Senate.