Unknown Group U-TER-US Overruns the Florida House of Representatives
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"The point was that Republicans are always talking about deregulation and big government," Randolph said Thursday. "And I always say their philosophy is small government for the big guy and big government for the little guy. And so, if my wife's uterus was incorporated or my friend's bedroom was incorporated, maybe they (Republicans) would be talking about deregulating.
The Word "Uterus" Offends FL Republicans, But Comparing Abortion to Nazi Genocide Does Not | AlterNet
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"The point was that Republicans are always talking about deregulation and big government," Randolph said Thursday. "And I always say their philosophy is small government for the big guy and big government for the little guy. And so, if my wife's uterus was incorporated or my friend's bedroom was incorporated, maybe they (Republicans) would be talking about deregulating.
The Word "Uterus" Offends FL Republicans, But Comparing Abortion to Nazi Genocide Does Not | AlterNet
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I get it now. Randolph should have suggested his wife "incorporate her tummy" That might even have drawn a few chuckles from the conservative hick squad.
"Lady parts" or "down there" are the approved euphemisms. :roll:
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Florida GOP chastises Democrat For Saying 'Uterus' on House Floor - Swampland - TIME.com
They're deleting public comments off their offical Fb page now. That's against the law. Can't wait to see the public records request roll in and then the lawsuits when they can't produce them.
This below from the times piece is why I am so upset. It's pure bs.
"Sigh. Women, by the way, make up just a little over 20% of the Florida House of Representatives. Now they know the rules. Saying the word 'uterus'=bad. Showing a uterus and birth canal and vagina in a graphic illustration depicting a D&X abortion=totally acceptable."
They're deleting public comments off their offical Fb page now. That's against the law. Can't wait to see the public records request roll in and then the lawsuits when they can't produce them.
This below from the times piece is why I am so upset. It's pure bs.
"Sigh. Women, by the way, make up just a little over 20% of the Florida House of Representatives. Now they know the rules. Saying the word 'uterus'=bad. Showing a uterus and birth canal and vagina in a graphic illustration depicting a D&X abortion=totally acceptable."
ACLU of Florida Names Rep. Scott Randolph ?Defender of Freedom?
REP. RANDOLPH GIVEN WEEKLY AWARD FOR USING FREE SPEECH TO HIGHLIGHT THE NEED FOR PERSONAL FREEDOM
April 1, 2011
CONTACT: ACLU of Florida Media Office, (786) 363-2737 or media@aclufl.org
TALLAHASSEE ? The American Civil Liberties Union of Florida (ACLUFL) today announced that Rep. Scott Randolph (D-Orlando) received the organization?s most recent ?Defender of Freedom? award for the week which ended today, April 1, 2011.
Rep. Randolph earned the award in part for his comments in debate on the floor of the Florida House of Representatives in which he correctly and accurately contrasted the Legislature?s focus on freeing businesses from government interference while seeking to impose new restrictions on personal freedom and privacy.
Speaking directly on the flood of proposals to restrict a woman?s right to constitutionally protected reproductive health and concurrent efforts to deregulate Florida businesses, Randolph said his wife should, ?incorporate her uterus? because, as a corporation, lawmakers may actually reduce government regulation of it.
According to multiple news reports, the Speaker of the Florida House, Rep. Dean Cannon (R-Winter Park), in response to Randolph?s comments, warned Democratic lawmakers to refrain from referencing body parts in debate.
"When the Speaker applies direct pressure on the content of what elected Representatives can say in debate on the House floor, it freezes free speech and handcuffs democracy,? said Danielle Prendergast, ACLUFL Director of Public Policy. ?The Constitution protects everyone?s right to speak out in political debate and if limits are placed on debate by lawmakers in open legislative session, then where is political debate safe??
The warning about the use of body parts contrasted sharply with a lengthy debate last Tuesday, March 22, in the Health & Human Services Quality Subcommittee where members spent several minutes discussing ?trans-vaginal? ultrasounds and other medical procedures.
"It makes you wonder if the House is squeamish about medical terms, women or just didn?t like the message being sent about their priorities,? Prendergast said. ?No matter the reason, restricting debate and political speech in the people?s House is not acceptable and we strongly defend the rights of all Representatives to share political views in debate without fear of reprisal."
In addition to his right to engage in honest and open debate in the House of Representatives, Rep. Randolph has repeatedly spoken and voted against several proposals which would limit personal freedom, privacy rights access to legal, personal medical care. Specific bills Randolph has opposed include: HB 1397 and 1127 which impose new obstacles to legal medical care and HB 353 which would violate personal privacy thorough mandatory drug tests without suspicion of wrongdoing.
"Rep. Randolph has been a consistent and forceful voice in protecting personal freedom,? Prendergast said. ?Whether it?s access to medical care, personal privacy or free speech, Rep. Randolph has been a reliable supporter and he deserves the thanks of all Floridians.?
The Defender of Freedom award will be presented weekly during the Florida Legislative Session to the lawmaker or other leader who displays public courage and defends constitutional freedoms in public policy. The two previous winners were Rep. Carlos Trujillo (R-Miami), Senator Mike Bennett (R-Bradenton) and Rep. Jeff Brandes (R-St. Petersburg).
REP. RANDOLPH GIVEN WEEKLY AWARD FOR USING FREE SPEECH TO HIGHLIGHT THE NEED FOR PERSONAL FREEDOM
April 1, 2011
CONTACT: ACLU of Florida Media Office, (786) 363-2737 or media@aclufl.org
TALLAHASSEE ? The American Civil Liberties Union of Florida (ACLUFL) today announced that Rep. Scott Randolph (D-Orlando) received the organization?s most recent ?Defender of Freedom? award for the week which ended today, April 1, 2011.
Rep. Randolph earned the award in part for his comments in debate on the floor of the Florida House of Representatives in which he correctly and accurately contrasted the Legislature?s focus on freeing businesses from government interference while seeking to impose new restrictions on personal freedom and privacy.
Speaking directly on the flood of proposals to restrict a woman?s right to constitutionally protected reproductive health and concurrent efforts to deregulate Florida businesses, Randolph said his wife should, ?incorporate her uterus? because, as a corporation, lawmakers may actually reduce government regulation of it.
According to multiple news reports, the Speaker of the Florida House, Rep. Dean Cannon (R-Winter Park), in response to Randolph?s comments, warned Democratic lawmakers to refrain from referencing body parts in debate.
"When the Speaker applies direct pressure on the content of what elected Representatives can say in debate on the House floor, it freezes free speech and handcuffs democracy,? said Danielle Prendergast, ACLUFL Director of Public Policy. ?The Constitution protects everyone?s right to speak out in political debate and if limits are placed on debate by lawmakers in open legislative session, then where is political debate safe??
The warning about the use of body parts contrasted sharply with a lengthy debate last Tuesday, March 22, in the Health & Human Services Quality Subcommittee where members spent several minutes discussing ?trans-vaginal? ultrasounds and other medical procedures.
"It makes you wonder if the House is squeamish about medical terms, women or just didn?t like the message being sent about their priorities,? Prendergast said. ?No matter the reason, restricting debate and political speech in the people?s House is not acceptable and we strongly defend the rights of all Representatives to share political views in debate without fear of reprisal."
In addition to his right to engage in honest and open debate in the House of Representatives, Rep. Randolph has repeatedly spoken and voted against several proposals which would limit personal freedom, privacy rights access to legal, personal medical care. Specific bills Randolph has opposed include: HB 1397 and 1127 which impose new obstacles to legal medical care and HB 353 which would violate personal privacy thorough mandatory drug tests without suspicion of wrongdoing.
"Rep. Randolph has been a consistent and forceful voice in protecting personal freedom,? Prendergast said. ?Whether it?s access to medical care, personal privacy or free speech, Rep. Randolph has been a reliable supporter and he deserves the thanks of all Floridians.?
The Defender of Freedom award will be presented weekly during the Florida Legislative Session to the lawmaker or other leader who displays public courage and defends constitutional freedoms in public policy. The two previous winners were Rep. Carlos Trujillo (R-Miami), Senator Mike Bennett (R-Bradenton) and Rep. Jeff Brandes (R-St. Petersburg).
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THE ACLU has interceded on behalf of the Uterati and made the My Fla House page stop deleting public records and comments! Score one for the Uterus and the Uterati. I have never been an activist, but this has really gotten to me in a way I cannot explain. I am a woman and no part of me is dirty and hell hath no fury like a Uterati scorned. I urge you to join us at awake the state on Fb. Rep. Randolph will be on Maddow tonight. I don't watch tv, but for those that do, I wanted to let you know. This has made me seriously reconsider my political party.
I have also been contacted by his wife and we have exchanged tweets and friended on Fb. She said if anyone hears someone yell out Uterus in the background on Maddow tonight, it will be her. Social media can move mountains and the last two days has proven that to me. Long live the Uterati!
I have also been contacted by his wife and we have exchanged tweets and friended on Fb. She said if anyone hears someone yell out Uterus in the background on Maddow tonight, it will be her. Social media can move mountains and the last two days has proven that to me. Long live the Uterati!
