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Big Dirty: Lake Okeechobee - Now You Know with Howard Sapp

Big Dirty: Lake Okeechobee - Now You Know with Howard Sapp

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In this episode of Now You Know with Howard Sapp, he and and Dr. Cindy Banyai engage in a wide-ranging discussion that covers the impacts of political decisions in Florida, voter suppression tactics, and the environmental crisis resulting from polluted water releases from Lake Okeechobee. The hosts express concerns over the effects of gerrymandering on voter efficacy, the hypocrisy in political stances regarding parental rights and government overreach, and the severe consequences of lake water releases on local wildlife, economy, and community health. They call for accountability for polluters and stronger state action to clean the lake.

00:00 Introduction and Welcoming Remarks 01:28 Personal Updates and Weekend Recap 03:05 Importance of Community Engagement 06:02 Discussing Current Political Events 10:59 Debate on Social Media Regulations 14:23 Controversy Over Education Policies 21:14 Unveiling the Political Agenda 21:31 Donald Trump's Dictatorial Aspirations 22:40 The Fight Against Authoritarian Governance 23:08 The Impact of Gerrymandering 26:09 The Modern Version of Voter Suppression 28:10 The Struggle of Seniors and Disabled Folks to Vote 30:00 The Importance of Voting 30:16 Environmental Concerns in Florida 31:01 The Impact of Water Pollution on Florida's Economy 37:48 The Need for Accountability and Clean Water Initiatives 40:49 Closing Remarks and Call to Action

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