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January 5, 2023 at 12:00 PM

Bad bill alert: HB 41 would limit citizens’ ability to challenge development rules

Lousy ideas, bad bills and terrible initiatives courtesy of the Florida Legislature Bad bill alert: HB 41 would limit citizens' ability to ch…

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December 27, 2022 at 12:00 PM

Here’s where VoteWater made an impact in 2022 — thanks to your support

We’re proud to report the following accomplishments: Here's where VoteWater made an impact in 2022 — thanks to your support …

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December 20, 2022 at 5:17 PM

Everglades restoration could fall short - here's what to do about it

Everglades restoration is too costly — and too important — to settle for less. Everglades restoration could fall short — here's what to do ab…

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December 15, 2022 at 12:03 PM

Florida needs new water quality standards — and they’d better be tough

Times have changed — even if Florida’s standards haven’t. Florida needs new water quality standards — and they better be tough …

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December 12, 2022 at 12:01 PM

VoteWater Deep Dive: What if the seagrass keeps dying?

Are we at the tipping point? Seagrass: Are we at the tipping point? The widespread die-off of seagrass…

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December 6, 2022 at 12:01 PM

Campaign cash at the root of Big Sugar's political clout

It pays to hedge your bets — on both sides of the aisle Campaign cash at the root of Big Sugar's political clout …

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December 1, 2022 at 12:00 PM

Florida sugar barons defiant in wake of import ban, forced labor allegations

That’s what you call sugar-coating reality. Florida sugar barons defiant in wake of import ban, forced labor allegations …

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November 30, 2022 at 12:02 PM

Thanks from VoteWater for your generosity on Giving Tuesday

The impact of your generosity will reverberate for a long time Thanks from VoteWater for your generosity on Giving Tuesday …

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November 29, 2022 at 12:03 PM

On Giving Tuesday, help make 2023 a banner year for clean water

Today is Giving Tuesday! On Giving Tuesday, help us make 2023 a banner year for clean water …

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November 28, 2022 at 12:02 PM

On giving Tuesday, your generosity can fuel our hard-hitting activism

Giving Tuesday is tomorrow On Giving Tuesday, your generosity can fuel our hard-hitting activism …

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November 22, 2022 at 12:02 PM

On Giving Tuesday, help us fight for cleaner water

Giving Tuesday is a time to celebrate how generosity can change the world. On Giving Tuesday, help us fight for cleaner water …

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November 17, 2022 at 12:02 PM

As Lake O fills up, it’s time for Big Sugar to share some adversity

High lake levels could mean harmful discharges to both the east and west coasts. As Lake O fills up, it's time for Big Sugar to share some …

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November 14, 2022 at 12:00 PM

The election is over, but the fight for clean water goes on

How will the 2022 general election impact Florida's water? We'll find out soon enough. The election is over, but the fight for clean water …

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November 8, 2022 at 12:01 PM

This election day, vote for clean-water candidates

It's time to Vote Water, Florida! This election day, vote for clean-water candidates To…

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November 2, 2022 at 11:02 AM

Our voter guides grade candidates on clean water and ‘dirty money’

Are you ready to Vote Water? Our voter guides grade candidates on clean water and 'dirty money' …

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October 27, 2022 at 11:01 AM

Clean water wasn’t part of DeSantis-Crist debate. But new fish kill, red tide suggest we’ll all be talking about it soon enough

Ignoring our problems is the quickest way to ensure they get worse. Clean water wasn't part of the DeSantis-Crist debate. But new fish kill, …

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October 21, 2022 at 11:00 AM

Hurricane Ian supercharged our existing water problems. What now?

Next up... flesh-eating bacteria. Hurricane Ian supercharged our existing water problems. Now what? …

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October 18, 2022 at 11:00 AM

Our Voter Guides keep the focus on clean water

VoteWater’s 2022 General Election Voter Guides are available now at VoteWater.org Our Voter Guides keep the focus on clean water …

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October 12, 2022 at 11:01 AM

Our Voter Guides are out. Here’s how we decided to endorse Charlie Crist

VoteWater’s 2022 General Election Voter Guides are available now at VoteWater.org Our Voter Guides are out. Here's how we decided to endors…

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October 7, 2022 at 1:11 PM

VoteWater endorses Charlie Crist for Governor

VoteWater’s 2022 General Election Voter Guide will be released online next week at VoteWater.org VoteWater endorses Charlie Crist for Governo…

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October 5, 2022 at 11:01 AM

The storm after the storm: Will sewage spills from Hurricane Ian trigger algae blooms?

In the storm's aftermath, we may also find the environmental toll to be horrific The storm after the storm: Will sewage spills from Hurrican…

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September 29, 2022 at 1:42 PM

How you can help those impacted by Hurricane Ian

Time for those of us that were spared the worst of it to help where we can. How you can help those impacted by Hurricane Ian …

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September 23, 2022 at 11:02 AM

Big Sugar spending big ahead of Nov. 8 election

All told, the industry has spent at least $4.5 million this cycle. Big Sugar spending big ahead of Nov. 8 election …

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September 16, 2022 at 11:01 AM

This is how rural Florida disappears: One comprehensive plan amendment at a time

The assault on rural Florida is intensifying. This is how rural Florida disappears: One comprehensive plan amendment at a time …

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September 9, 2022 at 11:01 AM

Smelly seaweed littering your beach? It’s more proof of how we’ve abused our waters

Big piles of sargassum are a reminder that we haven’t treated our waters, or our broader environment, with the respect necessary. Smelly seaw…

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September 2, 2022 at 11:01 AM

Keep rural Florida rural: Just say no to growth in protected areas

Florida would pave over every last blade of grass if there was a buck to be made. Keep rural Florida rural: Just say no to growth in protect…

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August 26, 2022 at 11:00 AM

Patience is no virtue when it comes to dealing with Florida's water problems

The state Legislature shows no sense of urgency. And that, right there, is the kiss of death. Patience is no virtue when it comes to dealin…

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August 24, 2022 at 4:41 PM

Primary wrap-up: These VoteWater-endorsed candidates won

We’re pleased — but not satisfied until clean water is a priority for all candidates, at all levels. Primary wrap up — These VoteWater-endor…

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August 22, 2022 at 4:17 PM

Check our voter guides - then vote for candidates who’ll fight for our waters

Don't know who to vote for in the Florida primary? We've got your clean-water candidate choices covered. Check our vote…

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August 19, 2022 at 11:02 AM

Florida primary 2022: Our Voter Guide will help you elect clean-water candidates

Don't know who to vote for in the Florida primary? We've got your clean-water candidate choices covered. Florida Primar…

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August 12, 2022 at 11:29 AM

*Subject Correction: Don't let Big Sugar dominate the LOSOM conversation

LOSOM is pretty balanced, and not skewed radically in favor of “water supply.” You know they’re not going to stand for that. …

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August 12, 2022 at 11:00 AM

Who's to blame for Florida's failure to fix the blue-green algae crisis?

Florida’s policy-makers and regulatory authorities have pointedly ignored the scientific expertise of the Blue-Green Algae Task Force …

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August 5, 2022 at 11:01 AM

Who's to blame for Florida's failure to fix the blue-green algae crisis?

Florida’s policy-makers and regulatory authorities have pointedly ignored the scientific expertise of the Blue-Green Algae Task Force …

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July 29, 2022 at 11:02 AM

How special interests play a shadowy game to get what they want

Miami Herald busts The Capitolist as a shill for Florida Power & Light How special interests play a shadowy game …

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July 28, 2022 at 2:11 PM

VoteWater endorses Crist, Demings, Mast, 15 others in Florida primary

2022 clean-water guides can be found at VoteWater.org VoteWater endorses Crist, Demings, Mast, 15 others in Florida pr…

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July 21, 2022 at 11:01 AM

Our 2022 Voter Guides will help you identify clean-water candidates — and vote for them

2022 Primary Clean-Water Voter Guides Coming Soon! Our 2022 Voter Guides will help you identify clean-water candidat…

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July 14, 2022 at 12:04 PM

Supreme Court case could end federal protection for key wetlands

What, exactly, is a wetland? Careful — the answer could result in a lot fewer of them. Supreme Court case could end f…

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July 7, 2022 at 11:01 AM

Blue-green algae: We know what to do. When are we going to do it?

Florida’s Blue-Green Algae Task Force gave us a road map. Now we just need some leaders willing to use it. Blue-green…

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June 30, 2022 at 11:01 AM

Florida doesn't have a 'culture of clean water.' How do we get there from here?

Imagine if polluters didn't call the shots and regulators were willing to crack the whip. 2021 photo shows a widespread bloom in Lake Okeechobee…

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June 23, 2022 at 10:01 AM

Dear Mike Rowe: Big Sugar’s not so sweet when it comes to Florida’s water - and politics

A closer look behind the scenes with Big Sugar Sugarcane is burned prior to harvest near Belle Glade, sending smoke and ash into nearby communiti…

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June 16, 2022 at 10:00 AM

Boy, the water looks good — our problems must be solved, right?

We need to keep fighting even when the water looks clear. Signs of new seagrass growth returns near the Stuart Sandbar last week. We need more th…

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June 9, 2022 at 10:00 AM

How 'The People' Helped Kill SB 2508

DeSantis vetoes SB 2508 - and you made it happen How 'The People' helped Kill SB 2508 …

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May 26, 2022 at 4:03 PM

Florida ecology is being 'annihilated.' Here's how to stop it

We do not have to tolerate “ecocide.” But we will until we all "vote water." Florida's ecology is being 'annihilated.'…

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May 12, 2022 at 12:02 PM

‘No Big Sugar’ campaign hopes to sour politicians on industry political donations

Today begins a new campaign to make that money toxic 'No Big Sugar' campaign hopes to sour politicians on industry pol…

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April 22, 2022 at 11:30 AM

$22 on April 22: Your Earth Day contribution fuels the fight for cleaner water

On Earth Day, April 22, please consider a contribution of $22 to VoteWater $22 on April 22: Your Earth Day contributio…

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April 20, 2022 at 4:02 PM

Will Gov. DeSantis let this terrible bill define his environmental legacy?

Or will he veto SB 2508 — before it harms us? Will Gov. DeSantis let this terrible bill define his environmental legac…

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March 10, 2022 at 5:02 PM

Sweet deal: Big Sugar’s campaign cash fuels Wilton Simpson’s ambitions

Big Sugar is funding his rise to Agriculture Commissioner Sweet deal: Big Sugar's campaign cash fuels Wilton Simpson's…

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February 14, 2022 at 5:10 PM

In Tallahassee, legislators show they don't care about you — or clean water.

Remember their names, this vote — and their contempt for you — come election time. In Tallahassee, legislators show th…

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January 25, 2022 at 5:21 PM

Don’t let LOSOM get hijacked at the last minute

Send a letter to Corps officials asking them to stop the LOSOM bait and switch. Don't let LOSOM get hijacked at the last…

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January 20, 2022 at 5:01 PM

'Blue-Green Ben' Albritton's bad bills could take major toll on Florida's water

Is weaker regulation really the answer for Florida’s environmental challenges? 'Blue-Green Ben' Albritton's bad bills co…

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