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Please join the League of Women Voters of the St. Petersburg Area on Wednesday, May 8th, 2024, from 6 – 7:15 PM as it hosts an exciting virtual panel “We Dissent: Reproductive Freedoms Lost & How to Take Them Back” featuring Louis Virelli, Professor of Law at Stetson College of Law, and Alyssa Morrison, Reproductive Rights Justice Staff Attorney at Lawyers for Good Government. Register for Zoom link here. These constitutional law experts will take us through an accelerated timeline of the federal and state events that restricted our reproductive freedoms and discuss where these freedoms may be headed next. While our panelist are legal experts, there’s no need for you to be an expert to attend. Please come prepared with questions to ask during the live Q&A or questions can be sent in advance here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/G2NCV8H.

The Black Mamas Matter Alliance‚ a partnership project since 2013 between the Center for Reproductive Rights and SisterSong Women of Color Reproductive Justice Collective‚ is a national network of Black women-led and Black-led organizations and professionals working across the spectrum of maternal and reproductive health. During Black Maternal Health Week, supporters can engage with local events — some virtual — hosted by the organizations and partners in the Alliance, or support Black-led birth and reproductive justice efforts locally. Southern Birth Justice Network‚ based in Miami Beach‚ is running Florida events. Visit SouthernBirthJustice.org and its Facebook page for more information.

Join the League of Women Voters. Free rally in Orlando. Ride for Repro Rights. Protect reproductive freedom in Florida. Stop the government six-week abortion ban. Lake Eola, Orlando, Noon to 2 PM, Saturday, April 13th. Meet at 8AM- Palm Beach Gardens. $60 per person includes round trip ride to rally. For more information: bethrosenberg3674@icloud.com

By Nancy Gau, Healthcare Co-ChairAlthough LWVFL has not yet officially approved collecting Medicaid Expansion petitions at our League events, you are welcome to sign one as a supportive individual if you receive a blank petition in the mail.

By Nancy Gau, Healthcare Co-chair The holidays are behind us and many of us find this a particularly difficult time. The weather can be gloomy, and post-holiday blues can get us down or make us feel less motivated. Here are a few tips the Healthcare Issue Group is sharing that might help: * Take the time to exercise, even if it’s just a 10-minute walk. * Slow down. The holiday rush is behind us. Move more slowly through your daily routine, and simply breathe.  Breathwork can reduce anxiety. * Do the things you love more often. * Don’t deprive yourself of a little comfort food, while continuing to eat those veggies. * Learn something new. * Let go of people or situations that drain you. * Find joy in little things and laugh more. * Get enough quality sleep and rest. * Make beautiful memories. * Donate $10 or $20 to a charity that helps others. There

According to the Division of Elections website, 910,946 petitions have been validated and we have met the threshold in 17 Congressional Districts. Now, the Secretary of State will confirm these signatures, but we want to get the word out about this amazing accomplishment.  We are asking partners to use our Validation Toolkit to get the word out. Please post widely, and make sure posts like to our social (flprotectfree on all platforms) and website (www.floridiansprotectingfreedom.com) We are still asking that partners refer media to media@floridiansprotectingfreedom.com. It is crucial that accurate and in-depth information be shared with the media and we also want to make sure we are well positioned for the steps ahead.  If you want to learn more about next steps and what happens from here, you can join us at Monday, January 8th at 6 PM for a supporter briefing.  We’ve got a long road ahead of us and would also love you to consider

by Nancy Gau, Healthcare Chair Costs can add up quickly, so it’s beneficial to find ways to save money when possible. Seniors can save money through various cost-saving measures, such as budgeting and taking advantage of discounts that some businesses offer to those starting at the ages of 55, 60, 62 or 65. Here are some great ways for seniors to stretch their retirement savings and consider new options that can help save them money. 1. Shop for new healthcare coverage  Review your insurance policies and shop around for a better rate. Medicare healthcare coverage that doesn’t match your needs can end up costing you more in the long run. According to a report by HealthView Services a healthy 65-year-old couple who retired in 2021 will likely spend between $156,208 and $1 million on their lifetime healthcare costs, depending on their lifespan and their location. Check in with a Medicare agent to