NEW abortion bill, Beach cleanup VIDEO & multiple updates

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Hello Indian River Democrats! On October 2, 2023 at 9 a.m. the Indian River County Legislative Delegation will hold a meeting in the Indian River County Commission chambers. Democrats of Indian River will be speaking to highlight the policies and legislation we want our delegation to prioritize in the upcoming session. Please fill out our survey to share the policies and issues that concern you so we can accurately represent the concerns of Indian River Democrats.
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Last Saturday, the Democratic Club of Indian River volunteer team had a great time together at the International Coastal Cleanup Event and after party. Together, we removed over 45 pounds of trash from Seagrape Trail Beach. Enjoy this recap video and thank you Bob Bruner for organizing this fun and meaningful event.
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Tuesday was National Voter Registration Day and proud Democrats were out registering voters across Indian River County. We're looking for more volunteers to join the voter registration team. Join HERE ([link removed]) to help make sure our community is #VoteReady to hit the polls in the upcoming municipality, primary & general elections.
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Just five more days until the Democratic Club of Indian River hosts a special movie screening and action event on Wednesday, September 27th at 6:30. Join fellow Democrats to watch the heroic story of how Gabby Giffords fought to end gun violence after a 2011 assassination attempt and learn how you can engage in the fight! The film screening is FREE and they encourage each attendee to purchase a refreshment bundle at a suggested donation of $10 per person.
RESERVE YOUR SEAT HERE ([link removed])
SCHOOL BOARD MEETING

We need your voice to counter the extreme coordinated takeover of education. Make a plan to attend the next Indian River County School Board meeting Monday, September 25, 2023 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Details here ([link removed]) .
Request the opportunity to speak at the meeting by sending the document found HERE ([link removed]) via email to [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) by no later than 5 PM on Friday September 22nd. THAT'S TODAY!

Here are some items you may wish to include in your three minutes of citizen input. The importance of:
* balanced, unpoliticized classrooms
* fully funded classrooms
* respecting teachers and their partnership with parents to educate their children
* balanced, fair classroom materials that address families of ALL kinds
* factually tough American history using materials that are not propaganda
* supporting the excellent leadership of Dr. Peggy Jones and denouncing those saying she is a danger to children. (She's not, at all, she has 40+ experience in our schools and has done a marvelous job.)

NEW ABORTION BILL
Last week, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said ([link removed]) he does not support criminalizing women who receive abortions even after he signed a six-week abortion ban into law ([link removed]) earlier this year that includes language that could be interpreted as such. DeSantis claimed, "We have no criminal penalty," adding, "The penalties are for the physician." He declined to say whether he would support a national ban.

Following DeSantis' remarks, Senate Democratic Leader Lauren Book
filed ([link removed]) a bill to prevent pregnant women, girls, and sexual assault survivors from being criminally charged and imprisoned for obtaining abortion healthcare.
Learn More HERE ([link removed])
SECOND NEO-NAZI ARREST
The resurgence of neo-Nazi group public demonstrations is deeply alarming. These hate groups are becoming increasingly visible, and while boldly waving "DESANTIS 2024" flags at their rallies, are closely tied to the rise of Governor Ron DeSantis, known for his extremist stances on immigration, LGBTQ rights, and "Critical Race Theory." DeSantis has failed to publicly condemn the demonstrations and his refusal to loudly and forcefully denounce the Neo-Nazis that support him has created an environment where anti-semitism can flourish.
The FBI has noted the growing threat posed by racially or ethnically motivated violent extremists, with the number of domestic terror investigations related to neo-Nazi ideologies doubling since 2020, reaching a staggering 2,700 cases. Hate crimes targeting various marginalized groups, including immigrants and the LGBTQ community, are on the rise, driven in part by toxic rhetoric from influencers, right-wing media, and politicians.
Last weekend, Anthony Altick, 36, was arrested for hanging antisemitic hate banners along the Daryl Carter Bridge in Orlando over I-4. This was the second arrest made in the last two weeks relating to antisemitic messages in the same Orlando case. Jason Brown, 48, was arrested September 12 in Cape Canaveral.

As Jewish Floridians celebrate their High Holy Days, it's critical that all of our commit to denouncing all forms of anti-semitism.
TAKE ACTION
Indian River County's U.S Representative Bill Posey wants to hear from you. Please complete THIS ([link removed]) survery.
Request your vote-by-mail ballot HERE ([link removed]) .

Sign the petition for the right to clean and healthy waters
HERE ([link removed]) .

Sign the petition to put abortion access on Florida's ballot HERE ([link removed]) . Then, ask others to sign the petition too. We have copies for you at our office.

Petitions can be dropped off or signed in person at our office located at 2345 14^th Ave. Suite 7, in Vero Beach.
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TONIGHT The Taxpayers’ Association of Indian River County will hold their inaugural Community Council from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Indian River County Inter-generational Recreation Center, 1590 9th St SW, Vero Beach, FL 32962. The event, which is free of charge and open to the public, will bring together several of Indian River Counties elected officials to engage in a round-table discussion on a multitude of topics. They have asked attendees to RSVP by emailing [email protected].
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DEMOCRATS OF INDIAN RIVER
Volunteer with Democrats of Indian River HERE ([link removed])
Democratic Executive Committee

Steering Meeting
Wednesday October 18, 2023 5 p.m.
zoom meeting

DEC Meeting
Thursday September 28, 2023 6 p.m.
Heritage Center

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Democratic Club of Indian River Meeting
Thursday, October 19, 2023 6 p.m.
BigShots Golf, 3456 US-1, Vero Beach

Join our club or pay dues HERE ([link removed]) .
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Join our club HERE ([link removed]) .
DWC Luncheon at Bent Pine
Saturday October 14, 2023 11:30 a.m.
6001 Clubhouse Drive, Vero Beach, FL 32967
Latoya Bullard, CEO of Mrs. B's Learning Bees, a non-profit after school tutoring and behavioral services program will be the speaker.

Non member guests are invited to attend. $30, payable at the door by cash or check. Please RSVP by Wednesday October 11 & include your meal choice: Herb Crusted Chicken Breast in Cacciatore Sauce, Lightly Blackened Mahi with Mango Salsa or Vegetarian Plate.
RSVP to
[email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) or text Julie Barone (718) 916-0682.
DWC Book Group
Friday September 22, 2023 2 - 4 p.m.
Bjorkman Room at Brackett Library on IRSC Mueller Campus

We will discuss, "Virology: Essays for the Living, the Dead, and the Small Things in Between" by Joseph Osmundson

Questions? Email [email protected]
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GOVERNMENT MEETINGS
Monday September 24, 2023 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
School District of Indian River County
School Board Business Meeting. Details here ([link removed]) .
Tuesday October 3, 2023 9 a.m.
Indian River County
Board of County Commission Meeting. Details here ([link removed]) .
Tuesday, September 26, 2023 9:30 a.m.
City of Vero Beach
Regular City Council Meeting. Details here ([link removed]) .
Thursday, September 26, 2023
Town of Indian River Shores
Regular Town Council Meeting.
Thursday October 5, 2023 7 p.m.
City of Fellsmere
Regular City Council Meeting details here ([link removed]) .
Wednesday September 27, 2023 6 p.m.
City of Sebastian
Regular City Council Meeting at City Hall. Details here ([link removed]) .
Wednesday November 1, 2023 9 a.m.
Town of Orchid
Regular Town Council Meeting. Details here ([link removed]) .

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