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Friday, February 5 @ 7:30 PM and Sunday, February 7 @ 12:30 PM

ISSUE ONE: Current Status of Haiti
ISSUE TWO: Broward Ethics Investigations
ISSUE THREE: Crist as Independent?

This Week on Issues - 2/05 & 2/07

Friday, February 5 @ 7:30 PM
Sunday, February 7 @ 12:30 PM

 

ISSUE ONE: Current Status of Haiti
Despite international assistance, Haiti's recovery from last month's earthquake will be painfully slow.  Consul General Ralph Latortue joins us to discuss the current relief situation, the country’s long rebuilding effort, and how the Haitian court system might view the case surrounding the ten American Baptists in custody charged with child kidnapping.

Guest:
Ralph Latortue, Consulate General of Haiti

 

ISSUE TWO: Broward Ethics Investigations
A Broward County ethics task force is trying to address the ongoing corruption scandals by drafting a new code that would bar commissioners from also being lobbyists.  We discuss this and other Broward news this week such as the special primary election and the property tax increase to build a new courthouse.

Guest:
Michael Mayo, SunSentinel

 

ISSUE THREE: Crist as Independent?
The gap between Republicans Marco Rubio and Charlie Crist is becoming larger in the battle for the U.S. Senate.  One pollster suggested Crist should run as an independent to avoid a primary race with Rubio.  Should Crist consider leaving the GOP?

Guest:
Sean Foreman, Ph.D., Barry University

Broward Historical Museum Grand Opening

From uVu:

On February 4, 2010, a Grand Opening was held for the Broward County Historical Commission and Museum's new home on the former site of the West Side Grade School at Sailboat Bend, which was the second elementary school built in the Fort Lauderdale School District.  The original school opened for classes on September 21, 1923.

On hand to commemorate the event and cut the ribbon welcoming guests were Florida's Governor, Charlie Crist; Ken Keechl, Mayor of Broward County; John Rodstrom, Jr., Broward County Commissioner, District 7; John P. "Jack" Seiler, Mayor for the City of Fort Lauderdale and Helen Landers, County Historian.

David Baber, Administrator and Historic Preservation Officer was the Master of Ceremonies and America, The Beautiful was performed by the Fort Lauderdale Children's Theatre.

Click here to view part 1 on uVu
Click here to view part 2 on uVu

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Friday, January 29 @ 7:30 PM and Sunday, January 31 @ 12:30 PM
 
ISSUE ONE: Obama’s Tampa Town Hall and State of Union
ISSUE TWO: Paying for Stadium Renovations?

This Week on Issues - 1/29 & 1/31

Friday, January 29 @ 7:30 PM
Sunday, January 31 @ 12:30 PM

 
ISSUE ONE: Obama’s Tampa Town Hall and State of Union
U.S. President Barack Obama gave his first State of the Union speech on Wednesday and held a town hall promoting transportation stimulus dollars and his agenda in Tampa on Thursday.  We discuss these two events and how Obama’s visit to Florida courted independent voters and highlights our critical “swing” status in this year's midterm election.

Guests:
Jennifer Reem, Nova Southeastern University
Daniel Ricker, Watchdog Report
Justin Sayfie, SayfieReview
Michael Williams, WFOR CBS4

 

ISSUE TWO: Paying for Stadium Renovations?
It was announced recently that Sun Life Stadium—or Dolphin Stadium as it is more popularly known—needs to undergo renovations to make it competitive with newer stadiums in other cities.  Michael Lewis from Miami Today shares his thoughts on whether taxpayers or tourists should be responsible for paying for upgrades.

Guest:
Michael Lewis, Miami Today

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Friday, January 22 @ 7:30 PM and Sunday, January 24 @ 12:30 PM

ISSUE ONE: Message Behind Massachusetts Win?
ISSUE TWO: Spence-Jones Suspension
ISSUE THREE: Women in Business

This Week on Issues - 1/22 & 1/24

Friday, January 22 @ 7:30 PM
Sunday, January 24 @ 12:30 PM

ISSUE ONE: Message Behind Massachusetts Win?
On Tuesday, Democrats were handed a heavy defeat in Massachusetts when Republican Scott Brown beat Martha Coakley for the Senate seat left vacant by the late Ted Kennedy.  What led to this unlikely republican victory?  And what implications, if any, are there for Florida's 2010 elections?

Guests:
Sean Foreman, Ph.D., Barry University
Casey Klofstad, Ph.D., University of Miami

 

ISSUE TWO: Spence-Jones Suspension
Last week, voters in the City of Miami District 5 re-elected Michelle Spence-Jones despite her being charged for grand theft and subsequently being suspended by Governor Charlie Crist.  We discuss how absentee ballots played a part in her win and how strong finances and political ties helped strengthen campaign.

Guest:
Joy Reid, The Miami Herald

ISSUE THREE: Women in Business
The role of women in business world has changed dramatically over the last several decades. Have women broken the glass ceiling in South Florida?

Guest:
Phillis Oeters, Orange Bowl Committee

Haiti: A Community Conversation

WPBT2's Pulse will be airing a special live call-in program, Haiti: A Community Conversation, Wednesday, January 20th at 8:00 PM.  The purpose of this one hour special is to be an outlet for members of the South Florida Community to share their thoughts, stories and other information regarding the tragic earthquake that has ravaged Haiti. 

Wednesday, January 20th, 8-9 PM on WPBT2

Community Call In: 1-800-222-9728

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Friday, January 15 @ 7:30 PM and Sunday, January 17 @ 12:30 PM

ISSUE ONE: Earthquake Ravages Haiti
ISSUE TWO: Future for South Florida’s Dialysis Patients?

This Week on Issues - 1/15 & 1/17

Friday, January 15 @ 7:30 PM
Sunday, January 17 @ 12:30 PM

 
ISSUE ONE: Earthquake Ravages Haiti
A 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck Haiti on Tuesday, destroying much of the capital city of Port-au-Prince and beyond.  Communication to the island nation is sparse and aid is slow in arriving.  We discuss the reaction from the South Florida community and the different ways to provide assistance.

Guests:
Yves Colon, University of Miami
Markenzy Lapointe, Esq., Haitian Lawyers Association

 

ISSUE TWO: Future for South Florida’s Dialysis Patients?
Baptist Health South Florida recently proposed a public/private healthcare partnership to aid dialysis patients who can not continue to receive treatment at Jackson Memorial due to budget cuts.  Baptist CEO Brian Keeley explains.

Guest:
Brian Keeley, Baptist Health South Florida