Do you accept that Climate Change is the single greatest threat our world faces?
If *yes*, than will you support or put forth legislation that keeps more fossil fuels in the ground and green house gases out of our atmosphere? Will you fight for funding innovative projects/tech?
How will you work to make renewable energy more affordable in Florida?
We receive incredibly high levels of sunlight that could support a great solar power project, not just for us, but potentially neighboring counties or states. Our tidal power could also be harnessed.
What will you do to correct and/or prevent climate change?
Fracking, oil drilling, factory pollutions, and automobile emissions are te leading contributors to pollution and climate change. We currently have little to no regulations on emissions and fracking.
What will you do to ensure safe drinking water for all Americans?
Flint Michigan isn't the only city with unsafe drinking water. We are not a third world country but it seems like the politicians in Washington DC aren't concerned enough about our health and safety.
Will you stop all fracking initiatives?
Will you promote the restoration of both the Everglades and the Indian River lagoon?
Would you commit to 100% clean energy by 2050, with 80% by 2030?
Scientists say a transition to 100% clean renewable wind, water & solar power in FL will create 140,000 jobs, eliminate 3,000 air pollution deaths, help energy independence, and reduce terrorism risk.
Do you think the US should go 100% renewable energy. If so, how?
We are one of the countries that contribute a large amount of carbon to the atmosphere. As a post-industrial country we should be more responsible in our actions, so we are a better model for others.
Do you believe rising sea levels will be a threat to life and property in FL?
Skip the "is climate change real" and other hotbutton language. Cut right through to why non-environmentalist voters should care.If yes, what do you consider to be the top priorities for preparedness
Will you be a strong supporter of our national public lands?
There is a movement amongst conservative western politicians to sell off our national public lands for resource development and private gain, thereby excluding the public from enjoyment of these lands
What are you going to do to undo Rick Scott's agenda with Big Oil?
How to halt fracking in the Everglades and offshore drilling in our Gulf and Atlantic Ocean waters?
Will you back-Fed Criminal Investigation:Bush & Scott Free FL Land to Koch Bros?
Koch’s G-P spews 60M gal/day of toxins into the St. Johns River. A pipeline easement was issued by FDEP after a very distorted newspaper notice & no opportunity for an evidentiary hearing.
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What is your position on fracking in Florida?
Fracking is proven to be harmful to water systems both below and above ground. Secret toxic trade ingredients are introduced by this disruptive practice which jeopordizes our drinking water & aquifers
Do you pledge to enforce the Florida Environmental and Wildlife Protection Act?
Do you support the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission, Amendment 1 of the Florida Constitution and pledge all monies earmarked for protecting our environment will be well spent?
CO2 levels are 404 PPM. What would you do to get it back down below 350 PPM?
Correct answer: My first week in office I’d ask the major fossil fuel companies: "You caused this problem. How are you going to fix it?” I'd highlight their companies until I got an acceptable answer.
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Where does ocean pollution stand in your list of priorities and why?
Marine pollution, including acidification and plastics pollution, is taking a dangerous toll on marine ecosystems. The health and economic well-being of humankind is also at stake.
would you end farm subsidies for GMO products, corn syrup and beef?
small organic farmers pay more in taxes and get few subsidies compared to the large corp's. that produce less healthy food. what would you do to help small family farmers and organic farmers.
How will you promote organic farming?
According to the new UN report, major changes are needed in our food, agriculture and trade systems, with a shift toward local small-scale farmers and food systems recommended.
What will you do to stop FRACKiNG?
Fracking is destroying wildlife, air and water on both public and private land and no one is asking the question.
Will you stop Big Polluters that dump toxins into FL rivers & flush into Lake O?
Large corporations have been flushing toxins into FL streams. These flow into Lake O. and are being flushed into the Caloosahatchee River. This in turn is destroying SWFL's ecosystem & tourism.
Considering Florida's delicate environment; how important are EPA protections?
Many Floridians believe the current Governor and Legislature have stripped away the needed protections for ground water, rising sea levels, Off Shore Drilling and Fracking.