Press Release: 10 Forums Set Throughout Florida on Amendment 5
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
(MELBOURNE)—Over the next five weeks, a series of ten forums has been set in cities throughout the state to discuss the implications of Amendment 5, the tax-swap proposal before voters on the November ballot.
“Amendment 5 would affect Florida’s economy on every level, and it is important that voters hear this discussion firsthand so that they can decide if it is truly the right choice for our education system and our economy,” said Sen. Mike Haridopolos (R-Indialantic), the leader of Protect Florida’s Future, a coalition of Florida’s seniors, educators, health care providers, farmers, and small and large businesses dedicated to defeating Amendment 5. “We hope that Mr. McKay will join us to represent his side, so that Floridians can listen to the facts without political distractions.”
Debates have been set for the following dates and locations:
- Tuesday, July 22nd, 1 p.m., Broward Community College, Pembroke Pines
- Monday, July 28th, 1 p.m., Edison Community College, Ft. Myers
- Tuesday, July 29, 1 p.m., Valencia Community College, Orlando
- Monday, August 4th, 1 p.m., Florida Community College at Jacksonville, Jacksonville
- Wednesday, August 6th, 1 p.m., Santa Fe Community College, Gainesville
- Thursday, August 7th, 1:30 p.m., St. Petersburg College, Seminole
- Monday, August 11th, 1 p.m., Miami-Dade College, Miami
- Tuesday, August 12th, 1 p.m., Indian River State College, Ft. Pierce
- Wednesday, August 13th, 1 p.m., Gulf Coast Community College, Panama City
- Monday, August 18th, 1 p.m., Tallahassee Community College, Tallahassee
“We look forward to a thoughtful and candid discussion with Mr. McKay on the merits of Amendment 5,” said Haridopolos. “We believe that once voters have a chance to examine all of the facts, they will recognize Amendment 5 for the bait and switch that it is.”
For details on the debates or for additional information on Amendment 5, please visit www.protectfloridasfuture.com.