Why Kendrick Meek should be Florida's next US Senator

Issues

Agriculture

As Florida's senator, Kendrick will make sure that Congress continues to strongly support the agriculture sector.

Children

As the proud father of two children, Kendrick Meek believes that the next generation has to be one of our top priorities.

Economy and Jobs

Kendrick is the only candidate who supports repealing the Bush tax cuts for the wealthy and corporate special interests, which would add $700 billion in borrowed money from China to the deficit.

Education

Kendrick is the only candidate who has consistently stood up for Florida’s children and teachers. He lead an initiative to reduce class sizes in Florida's overcrowded public schools.

Energy and the Environment

Kendrick is the only candidate who has consistently opposed offshore drilling off the coast of Florida’s beaches both before and after the Oil Spill and the only candidate to oppose additional development in the Everglades.

Equality and Civil Rights

Kendrick has been a fearless crusader for justice, equality and civil rights.

Ethics Reform

Kendrick has been a public servant for the past fifteen years and has the honesty, integrity, and personal character necessary to be a strong U.S. Senator for Florida.

Foreign Policy

How the United States interacts with the rest of the world is important to Kendrick Meek.

Health Care

Kendrick Meek believes that every American deserves access to affordable, quality health care.

Housing

Kendrick knows the housing crisis is one of the most critical issues facing Florida and believes more must be done to help Floridians.

Hurricanes & Natural Disasters

The blessing of beautiful Florida weather brings with it the problem of natural disasters, which has resulted in an insurance crisis. That's why Kendrick supports a national catastrophic insurance fund.

Immigration

Kendrick Meek knows we need comprehensive immigration reform so that America can meet the economic and security challenges of the 21st century.

LGBT Civil Rights

There is no candidate in the Florida Senate race that has a track record in support of LGBT civil rights as clear and consistent as Kendrick Meek.

Op-Eds and Guest Blogs

Editorials Kendrick Has Written About the Issues Facing Floridians

Seniors and Social Security

Kendrick is the only candidate who has consistently fought against privatizing Social Security and eliminating its guaranteed benefit. He opposes raising the retirement age.

Technology

Kendrick Meek knows that technology drives American commerce and he supports policies that ensure the United States will lead in a competitive global economy.

Transportation & Infrastructure

It is crucial that our transportation infrastructure is always in good repair in Florida. Kendrick Meek puts a high priority on maintaining our roads and bridges, and also investing in our ports, airports and local commuter projects.

Veterans

Kendrick Meek believes that our veterans deserve to be served as well as they have served us.

Voter Protection

Kendrick is a champion for equal voting rights for all Floridians and expanded access to the ballot box.

Wall Street Reform

Kendrick is the only candidate who supports holding the Big Banks accountable by passing the toughest set of financial regulatory reforms since the Great Depression. He is also the only candidate who supports curbing excessive credit card and bank overdraft fees that unfairly punish consumers.

Women’s Rights

Kendrick supports a woman’s right to choose and is the only pro-choice candidate in the race.

Police Officer Assistance Trust

Police Officer Assistance Trust "POAT" provides gifts to the children of law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty or on active duty while serving the citizens of Miami-Dade County. This year, there are 68 children in the program, representing 14 different agencies. This program symbolizes the law enforcement community reaching out and remembering the children of those officers who gave their lives protecting and serving the rest of us.

It is important that these children know that their parent's sacrifice is not forgotten.

Click on Button to make a One time Donation to: "Holiday Remembrances" POAT's motto is "Serving Those Who Serve" - The holiday season is a time of sharing love and joy with friends and family, and these 68 children who lost a parent in service to our community need some special care.  This is an annual event for the minor children of officers who died in the line of duty or while on active duty serving the citizens of Miami-Dade County. The children are reminded that the community has not forgotten the sacrifice made by their mother or father.  A holiday package, including gifts and a check from POAT, is delivered to each child.  In 2010, 68 children representing 14 law enforcement agencies are being remembered. Officers from throughout the county will be manning collection tables and accepting donations during the evening and weekend hours beginning Friday, November 26 through Thursday, December 23, 2010.  Please stop by and support these surviving children as they cope with another holiday without their beloved parent by their side. Make a donation and pick up a keepsake at the following area malls: Aventura Mall – 19501 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami Dadeland Mall – 7535 Dadeland Boulevard, Miami The Falls Shopping Center – 8888 SW 136th Street, Miami Village of Merrick Park – 342 San Lorenzo Avenue, Coral Gables Southland Mall – 20505 S. Dixie Highway, Miami Please visit http://www.poat.org/ for complete information on the program and its complete mission.

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