2018 FL Governor's race: on Technology


Andrew Gillum: Net neutrality protected FL communities & residents

Q: Net Neutrality: Require internet providers to provide equal access to all users?

Ron DeSantis (R): No. Obama-era FCC requirement for net neutrality was a "massive power grab."

Andrew Gillum (D): Yes. FCC decision to dismantle was an attack on FL communities & residents.

Source: CampusElect.org Issue Guide on 2018 Florida Governor race Oct 9, 2018

Philip Levine: Infrastructure must be modernized to meet 21st century needs

Philip is all-too-familiar with our state's chronic issues of gridlock and congestion, a huge drag on our economy and a major source of pollution. Philip wants to drive Florida into the 21st century economy and believes we need to connect our cities with modern transportation methods. High-speed rail, Hyperloop, and other similar initiatives can be a driving force for new jobs and economic advancement throughout Florida.
Source: 2018 Florida Governor campaign website PhilipLevine2018.com Oct 9, 2018

Ron DeSantis: FCC requirement for net neutrality was a massive power grab

Q: Net Neutrality: Require internet providers to provide equal access to all users?

Ron DeSantis (R): No. Obama-era FCC requirement for net neutrality was a "massive power grab."

Andrew Gillum (D): Yes. FCC decision to dismantle was an attack on FL communities & residents.

Source: CampusElect.org Issue Guide on 2018 Florida Governor race Oct 9, 2018

Andrew Gillum: Greater emphasis on light rail and mass transit

Question: How would you improve transportation, and what emphasis would you place on investing in mass transit and new technology such as driverless vehicles?

GILLUM: I don't believe we'll be able to asphalt our way out of Florida's future transportation needs. We need a wholesale shift in thinking when it comes to moving people across our cities and state, including a greater emphasis on light rail and mass transit powered by clean energy sources. Unlike Rick Scott, I'll never turn down federal funding to improve our state's transportation options. While autonomous vehicles offer a glimpse at our transportation future, we need to take a cautious approach that doesn't risk the lives of innocent Floridians.

Source: Miami Herald on 2018 Florida Gubernatorial race Aug 12, 2018

Andrew Gillum: Digital Harmony Project: computers & internet for schoolkids

Gillum was responsible for a number of community enrichment projects during his eleven years as a city commissioner. The Digital Harmony Project is an initiative championed by Gillum with support from the City of Tallahassee, local businesses and technology partnerships. Digital Harmony won the Significant Achievement Award in the Web & e-Government Services category from the Public Technology Institute. For the first two years, it provided every incoming Nims Middle School sixth and seventh-grader with a new desktop computer, free internet access and online academic curriculum training on core subjects. The school holds ongoing training courses for parents and students on basic computer skills and school curriculum. This effort places 200 computers into the homes of Nims Middle School students.
Source: Wikipedia summary for 2018 Florida Gubernatorial race Mar 11, 2017

Adam Putnam: Get Fed money for infrastructure for roads

Congestion is a statewide impact, Putnam noted, along with lack of infrastructure.

These issues affect commuters, but they also affect businesses reliant on infrastructure to make their margins. Putnam speculated on a big federal infrastructure bill, urging that "Florida gets its fair share," and adding that there is "no better time than to be investing in infrastructure projects."

Source: FloridaPolitics.com on 2018 Florida gubernatorial race Dec 15, 2016

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