Politics

Slavery is not a topic just for history text books. This episode bridges homelessness into new territory, human and sex trafficking ~ or otherwise known as modern day slavery. According to some sources, this multi-billion dollar industry ranks third worldwide in the largest criminal industries behind drugs and arms dealing. Read More

Jacksonville's public library system, it's history and how it serves the community

Learn about the office of the public defender and how this office protects the rights of the accused when they cannot afford legal counsel. This right was reinforced by the Gideon v. Wainwright Supreme Court ruling.

Learn about the role of the state attorney in local government and in the criminal justice system.

In this episode, Shelton Hull talks about the Jacksonville Sheriffs Office and local law enforcement.

In this episode, we will be learning about the chief executive officer in Jacksonville's city government and how the strong-mayor system of government works locally.

Take a look at the basics of the Florida legislature and how citizens can engage with this level of government.

How does a bill become law in Jacksonville? Learn about the lawmaking process on the local level and the inside story about how ordinances are passed. This is part one of two in which lawmaking on the local and state levels are discussed.