Forgotten Majority

Advocating for the just and humane treatment of those who are incarcerated.

Tag: Governor Rick Scott

  • FDOC SECRETARY, KEN TUCKER, RESIGNS

    Courtesy of 88.9 WFSU-AM                                              Thursday, August 9, 2012 The head of the state’s prison system is seeking a new job, and he could be leaving as early as October. While Ken Tucker would be the second Florida Department of Corrections chief to leave during Governor Rick Scott’s term so far, he has the Governor’s blessing […]

  • PAROLE PETITION STATUS

    We want supporters and viewers to know that we are still gathering petition signatures for the Reinstatement of Florida’s Parole.  Governor Rick Scott has assured us that he will meet to discuss the fiscal and familial benefits of Parole. Be aware that the petition drive is not over!!! We need to get as many signatures as possible to let […]

  • CHARGES FILED IN TRAYVON MARTIN CASE

    UPDATE Angela Corey, special prosecutor from Duval County, Florida, appointed by Governor Rick Scott, formally charged George Zimmerman with second degree murder for the shooting death of Trayvon Martin on February 26, 2012.   Trayvon was unarmed and walking through a Sanford community wearing a hoodie when he was followed and confronted by Mr. Zimmerman who claimed […]