Did you miss the 2022 Tom Paine Party on Saturday, June 11th at Fogartyville Community Media & Arts Center? Not to worry. Learn about Thomas Paine’s legacy and listen to the 2021 Thomas Paine Award Winner, Matthew Hoh, speak about the effects of war on our military and society. Watch it now!
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Member Calls Out DeSantis Puffery
Member, Ed Braun, called out Time Magazine’s Time100 article on Governor Ron Desantis authored by Jeb Bush. Governor Bush praised DeSantis for his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, promoting the economy, school choice, environmental protection, and education excellence.
Ed responded with the following Letter to the Editor:
“Time Magazine’s list of the 100 individuals who …
florida veterans for common sense, flvcs, Ron DeSantis, Time Magazine, Time100Ryan Morales Speaks to FLVCS
Did you miss the FLVCS June 2022 Meeting featuring Ryan Morales, Democratic Candidate for Florida Commissioner of Agriculture and Consumer Services? FLVCS has you covered. Watch Candidate Morales’ presentation now.
Why you should watch
The Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services oversees much more than just agriculture. For instance, it regulates concealed weapon permits, cannabis, …
Florida Election, florida veterans for common sense, flvcs, Ryan MoralesMatt Walsh – Democracy Offender
By Gene Jones, President, Florida Veterans for Common Sense
Democracy Offender: Matt Walsh, Owner/Editor/CEO of the Observer Media Group Inc. – for his attacks on our democracy.
In an editorial in the electronic edition of the Observer on June 2, 2022, Matt Walsh said, “We are at war in our own homeland. Our own …
Democracy, florida veterans for common sense, flvcs, Matt Walsh, ObserverMemorial Day Message 2022
By Gene Jones, President, Florida Veterans for Common Sense

Memorial Day is not a celebratory holiday. We set this day aside to remember the sacrifice of over one million service members who died fighting for America. This huge number makes us bow our heads in humble reflection. We are fortunate that so many courageous …
florida veterans for common sense, flvcs, gene jones, Memorial DayUkraine War Lecture
Ever wonder how Ukraine ended up at war with Russia or what we should do about it? Then watch Associate Professor and author, Phil Travis, give a fascinating lecture on the origins of the war in Ukraine and what America’s role should be. Professor Travis was the featured speaker at the Florida Veterans for Common Sense …
florida veterans for common sense, flvcs, Phil Travis, Ukraine WarCraig Pittman Spoke to FLVCS
Acclaimed author, Craig Pittman, spoke to FLVCS at their April 2022 meeting. Learn about his book, Cat Tale, that tells the story of the efforts to save the elusive Florida panther.
Craig Pittman’s Bio:
Craig Pittman is a native Floridian, an author, a podcaster and an award-winning environmental reporter. Born in Pensacola, he graduated …
Craig Pittman, Florida Panther, florida veterans for common sense, flvcsStand With Ukraine
Stand With Ukraine Resolution
WHEREAS democracy is the system of governance that best serves human aspirations; and
WHEREAS we wish to stand with the democracy of Ukraine in its defense against Russian aggression; and
WHEREAS the exportation of Russian fossil fuels funds Russian war efforts in Ukraine; and
WHEREAS sanctions against the importing of Russian …
Defend Democracy, florida veterans for common sense, flvcs, fossil fuels, UkraineDefend Our Democracy
By Gene Jones, President Florida Veterans for Common Sense
As patriotic veterans, we are still on the front lines to defend our democracy.
We know that in America voters should decide the outcome of our elections; not legislatures, bureaucrats, or political parties.
In the last election, some Republican leaders lied and incited a seditious attack on
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