FLORIDA DIGEST - September 08, 2008

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~~FLORIDA GLBT NEWS~~

Sun-Sentinel
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/
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-School board will weigh in on gay marriage ban
The Broward County School Board will be the latest Broward government tovote on whether to oppose a proposed constitutional amendment that would bangay marriage. The county commission last week voted to oppose theamendment, which will appear on the November ballot. The School Board'sresolution states that passing the amendment would "usurp power andauthority traditionally reserved to local government to offerbenefits and protections for its citizens beyond those mandated by state andfederal law," and "the loss of domestic partner benefits could cause greatharm to the education or the children of Broward County, as many [SchoolBoard] employees would be forced to leave Florida and seek employmentproviding said benefit."
http://weblogs.sun-sentinel.com/news/politics/broward/blog/2008/09/school_board_will_weigh_in_on.html


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ACLU Friends
On Tuesday, September 9 at 1:30pm, the Broward County School Board will bevoting on a resolution to oppose Amendment 2! This is great news and we arethrilled the Board will be demonstrating great leadership to stand againstdiscrimination and the marginalization of any Floridian. This resolution ssponsored by Broward County School Board Member Jennifer Gottlieb. To showour support for this wonderful act, we are asking individuals to attend theBroward School Board meeting on Tuesday, September 9th. The Resolution toOppose Amendment No. 2 is set on the Agenda as time certain for 1:30pm.Please arrive at the Board Room prior to 1:30 to show your support, theBoard will be voting at that time. Note: If you are employed by theBroward County School Board and wish to share your testimonial with us,please contact David Ganim at dganim@aclufl.org or At 786-363-2717We are asking our friends interested in defeating Amendment 2 to show up,wear a Vote No on 2 sticker (we will provide) and support the leadership ofthe Broward County School Board to publically oppose thisdiscriminatory ballot measure. The location of the meeting is:
School Board of Broward County
Board Room of the Kathleen C. Wright
Administration Center
600 Southeast Third Ave.
Fort Lauderdale, FL


~~FLORIDA GENERAL NEWS~~

Sun-Sentinel
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/
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-Hurricane Ike roars ashore in eastern Cuba
Hurricane Ike weakened somewhat overnight as it moved over inland Cuba. Thestorm has been downgraded to a Category 2 hurricane with sustained winds of105 mph, according to the National Hurricane Center. The center said Ikeslammed into Cuba's Holguin province at 9:45 p.m. Sunday as a dangerousCategory 3 storm. At 5 a.m. a tropical storm warning was issued for theFlorida Keys and a hurricane watch remains in effect.
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/weather/hurricane/sfl-hurricane-ike-0908-5am,0,3953102.story

-Hurrican Ike Five Day Forecast Map
http://weather.sun-sentinel.com/tropical/tracking/at200809_5day.html

-What Lake Okeechobee's roller-coaster levels mean for you
ONE WEEK IT'S TOO LOW, THEN TOO HIGH, BUT WHY? SOME ANSWERS ON LAKEOKEECHOBEE
http://www.miamiherald.com/news/miami-dade/story/675414.html

-Pair's defense for beating homeless men as senseless as one's death
Theiractions were called "reprehensible," "atrocious," "deranged" and "depraved."And these were the words of their own lawyers. But they sat nonplused asthe early morning events of Jan. 12, 2006, were recounted in the courtroomlast week, occasionally scribbling notes at the defense table. Brian Hooks,wearing a jacket and tie, looked like he belonged in church. ThomasDaugherty, his curly locks long shorn, scratched his face when theprosecutor demonstrated to the jury how he allegedly delivered a two-handedblow with a baseball bat to Norris Gaynor's skull in Fort Lauderdale'sEsplanade Park.
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/news/columnists/sfl-flbmayocol0907sbsep07,0,44009.column



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From Scott Newton Campaign for Wilton Manors Mayor
I would like to thank everyone that supported me in my campaign for the
State House Seat. It was a hard and long fight. We fell a bit short of our
goal but I couldn't have made it as far as I did without the support from
all of you. I have no regrets. I have learned a lot and made many new
friends. For that I am grateful. I do believe things happen for all kinds
of reasons and I feel in my heart that my work in Wilton Manors is not
complete. So, it is my great pleasure to announce to you that I am running
for re-election as MAYOR of WILTON MANORS. I am asking for your support as
we continue to keep our city moving in the right direction. Under my
leadership for the last four years we as a community have accomplished a
great deal, but there is continually more that we can do for our city'sfuture. As always I want to move forward with the community's input so wecan all live and continue to feel safe in Wilton Manors. . If there issomeone you know that has supported me feel free to forward this email. Itis impossible for me to reach out to all who offered their support. Pleasestay tuned for upcoming events in the near future. Thank you for yoursupport and friendship,
Scott Newton
votenewton.com
954-914-5274


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From Gary Resnick Campaign for Wilton Manors Mayor
I am honored to announce that after serving 10 years on the City Commission,including 2 years as Vice Mayor, I have decided to run for Mayor of WiltonManors. Our election is Nov. 4 (the same date as the Presidentialelection). I am also honored to have the endorsement of our Broward CountyCommissioner (and former Dolphin President) Ken Keechl, as well asDemocratic State Legislators, State Senator Chris Smith and State Rep. PerryThurston. For more information about my candidacy and to volunteer tosupport my campaign, please visit my website, www.garyresnick.com.
Thanks.
Gary Resnick
Wilton Manors City Commissioner


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