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manoj — You're footing the bill for a public health threat

Sign our petition and join the movement to end Big Sugar's harm   manoj — We need your help.   SIGN OUR PETITION — SUGAR REFORM NOW It's no secret that Big Sugar has long polluted our air and our water. Now groundbreaking new research has confirmed the human toll of the industry's pollution. An independent study by Dr. Michée Lachaud — an agricultural, environmental and resource economist associated with Florida A&M University — has linked pre-harvest sugarcane burning to a 10.8% increase in physician-diagnosed asthmas cases. That's a significant number, yet the scope of the problem is likely much larger since many cases go undiagnosed. This alarming evidence comes as Congress is debating Big Sugar's outdated, generous protections in the Farm Bill. Private sugar companies have received decades of government handouts — shifting the cost of the federal sugar program to consumers like you — as industry giants like Florida Crystals and U.S. Sugar wield und...
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Introducing 🐊 Friends of the Everglades x Marsh Wear 🐠

manoj — Open for details on an exciting GIVEAWAY opportunity! 🐊 Friends of the Everglades x Marsh Wear 🐠   manoj,   At our core, Friends of the Everglade supporters are outdoorsmen (and women!). We've connected with countless Everglades advocates in our circle that are nature enthusiasts, fishing fanatics, paddlers, trail seekers, bird watchers and wildlife photographers.    This shared enthusiasm for immersing ourselves in the places we love creates a need for the proper gear. Enter Marsh Wear .   We are thrilled to announce a new partnership with outdoor apparel company Marsh Wear with the debut of (exceedingly soft and comfortable) custom Buxton Tech Shirts in four different colors.   For your day in the field and on the water — you can now wear your support for Friends of the Everglades wherever you go!  SHOP FRIENDS OF THE EVERGLADES X MARSH WEAR P.S. We're celebrating the launch of this exciting partnership with a GIVEAWAY ! You...
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Did you miss our live post-session recap today? We've got you covered.

Friends of the Everglades LIVE recording available now!   Hi manoj,   It's safe to say that we may all feel a bit of the 2024 legislative session PTSD that Gil Smart described today,  but today's livestream discussion also outlined some bright spots to be proud of, as well as plenty of reasons to keep fighting.    Thanks to many Friends of the Everglades and other allies who contacted lawmakers, we celebrated the defeat of the worst proposals, like HB 789, through effective grassroots advocacy and collaboration with allies. But much work remains, as polluting industries continue to lobby for favors from Tallahassee lawmakers.   Thanks to everyone that tuned in with us today. You can review our big takeaways from session by viewing our Post-Session Report , available now at our Legislative Accountability hub .   If you missed the event, you can find the full recording by clicking the button below. WATCH THE RECORDING   This Frie...
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