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Team Oliver Nix Push Big, Progressive Government and Centralized Control

On December 17, 2025, the true colors of Florida State Representative Vanessa Oliver and Danny Nix essentially – among people – stripped themselves of their titles as representatives of the people, as they grossly betrayed the very people they are supposed to represent. They do not represent the majority of the people of the City […]

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REPORT: The People Objects to Rep Oliver’s Bill as A Hostile Take-Over of Power

Last week, it became known that FL State Rep. Vanessa Oliver had filed a bill to transfer the utilities from Punta Gorda to Charlotte County, a bill that has been met with strong opposition labeling it as a hostile take-over and questioning what exactly is Rep. Oliver’s motivation behind it. Who is she really serving?

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Transparency Required: Who Is Behind State Rep. Vanessa Oliver’s “Crap” Utility Transfer Bill?

FL State Rep Vanessa Oliver. State Rep. Vanessa Oliver, who has found herself in the line of fire, has drafted legislation that would transfer potable water service for customers living outside the Punta Gorda city limits to Charlotte County Utilities, which causes some people to question her integrity and transparency. The initiative has raised significant

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Vetting Politicians to See If Their Values Align With Yours

When evaluating politicians or high-level leaders, it’s easy to get swept up by charisma, confidence, or bold promises. Yet strong presentation does not always equal strong character. Learning how to recognize narcissistic personality characteristics can help you make more grounded, values-based decisions—whether at the ballot box or in the boardroom. One key trait to watch

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We Elect Leaders to Serve—Not to Build Their Private Brands

On Monday, December 1, 2025, We the People Club kicked off the holiday season with guest speaker John Fleming, Candidate for Charlotte County Commissioner. In the invocation, Club President Karina Schmitt referenced the Danish Christian Existentialist philosopher Søren Kierkegaard’s perspectives on staying authentic, transparent, honest, and serving as taught as well in Scriptures – calling

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Candidate Receives Remaining Questions – 5 Days to Respond

Yesterday, the candidate presenting at our forum received the remaining questions from the community. They now have five days to provide complete responses. It is crucial that candidates respond directly to each question in a clear Q&A format, rather than providing general statements or attempting to shift the narrative. Direct answers demonstrate transparency and honesty,

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Keeping the Pressure on Boca Grande Parking Issue

At the October We the People Club meeting, we briefly discussed the issue regarding parking restriction on Boca Grande. Many Charlotte County residents are very upset about the restrictions and have expressed extreme dissatisfaction with what many call “a ridiculous short parking time” and that “The beaches are public beaches. If they restrict our access

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