This week we saw the passage of the Farm Bill in both the Senate (Tuesday) and in the House (Wednesday). This truly bi-partisan bill happened quickly during a lame duck session. So, how did this happen so quickly? After the House and…
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After months of waiting for the Farm Bill to be finalized, the House of Representatives finds itself in a lame duck session. Because the House Republicans lost the majority they had after the November elections, the current Farm Bill negotiators are…
In the aftermath of Hurricane Michael, we put out a call to action to our volunteers, donors, advocates and elected officials about our need for volunteers for a new shift constructing disaster relief boxes. That call to action was quickly…
At Second Harvest Food Bank, we believe that no family should have to decide between putting food on the table and their future in our country. Unfortunately, that’s exactly what will happen if the new rules proposed by the current…
Mid-term elections provide a greater insight into what issues constituent feel are most important for elected officials to tackle in DC and Tallahassee. The 2018 Elections are crucial, as the State of Florida will be determining their next Governor, Attorney…
The 2018 General Election is right around the corner on November 6th. If you haven’t made your plan to vote on or before Election Day, here’s a good place to start! Voting is a crucial aspect of our democracy and…