Political forums this week

League of Women Voters of Jacksonville First Coast reported to Historic City News that they will host two political forums this week; including a live candidate forum tonight in the St. John’s County Commission Building located at 500 Sebastian View in St. Augustine.

A Forum with Candidates
Monday, October 4, 2010
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Senate District 8, John Thrasher and Deborah Gianoulis
State House District 20, Bill Proctor and Doug Courtney

Proposed Amendments on Nov 2 ballot
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Dr. Patricia Gill will give a presentation on the proposed amendments to appear on the November 2nd ballot

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Action-Advocacy
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