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The phrase "If you build it, they will come" absolutely describes
FFASA's success in the weeks following its creation. In less than 8
weeks, FFASA has spearheaded an unprecedented public dialogue on the
issue of prosecutor turnover both state-wide and locally.
Click
here to read The Florida Bar News article on FFASA. This article
serves as the official presentation of our organization to all
attorneys through Florida. The article included FFASA's website
address and has expanded our ability to reach, educate, and recruit
fellow attorneys. As of today, only 3 days after the article was
published, dozens of attorneys through the state have already
subscribed to this e- newsletter.
FFASA scored two early successes in its effort to engage the
media in a public dialogue on the issue of prosecutor turnover. The
first success is the article printed in the Sun-Sentinel titled
Turnover of state attorneys soaring. Click
here to read the article This article is the result of FFASA's
press release. This article engaged former prosecutors, Broward's
Office of the State Attorney, the judiciary, and even the Public
Defender's Office, in a conversation on prosecutor turnover. The
second success is that yesterday, the South Florida Sun-Sentinel
Editorial Board, gave an opinion on prosecutor turnover and
recommended the same solutions advanced by FFASA. Click
here to read the Editorial And we're just getting started!
FFASA has formulated a strategy to achieve effective legislation
in Tallahassee. On May 31, 2006, FFASA's Board of Directors approved
a resolution that creates a Legislative Committee vested with the
responsibility of drafting a legislative initiative and designing a
plan to engage legislators in Tallahassee. Click
here to read the resolution. This represents FFASA's call to
action and its absolute commitment to reducing turnover.
Prosecutor turnover is an issue of public safety and should
be taken seriously. It affects every person who sets foot in this
state. Please join us in this unprecedented grassroots effort to
make Florida safer. We cannot carry the torch without your support.
Please spread the word to family, friends, and co-workers and
encourage them to become members, sponsors, supporters, or to simply
make a donation. If you are a member of a community organization, we
would love to address your membership at your next meeting or
function. Thank you for taking a stand and joining FFASA!
Juan Carlos Arias
FFASA President & Founder
| FFASA Board of Directors Approves the Creation of a
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On May 31, 2006, FFASA's Board of Directors unanimously
approved the creation of a 5-member Legislative Committee
vested with the responsibility of studying solutions to
prosecutor turnover, drafting a proposed bill, and designing a
legislative strategy to reach legislators in
Tallahassee.
All FFASA Supporting Members who have paid their annual
dues are eligible to apply for the limited seats in this
committee. If you wish to apply, please send an e-mail to
receive the application electronically or write to P.O. Box
550541, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33355. All applications must be
received by July 15th, 2006. The Board of Directors, in a
special meeting, will select and appoint the members to the
committee.
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| Comcast Newsmakers Interview |
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On June 1, 2006, Mr. Arias was invited to discuss the
issue of prosecutor turnover in the television segment Comcast
Newsmakers with host Spero Canton. The interview will air on
CNN Headline News daily for two weeks in July. The segment has
the potential of reaching 600,000 Comcast costumers in South
Florida. For more details, please read the July 2006 FFASA
e-newsletter.
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| FFASA's Foundation Is Strong, Now We Need Your
Support |
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FFASA has proven that people care about high prosecutor
turnover in Florida--including the media. In order to
successfully continue FFASA's momentum, we need your economic
support. Please take a moment and join our membership or
become a sponsor. FFASA's public education campaign through
the state cannot begin without your support. Stand up against
prosecutor turnover today! Click
here for information on membership and sponsorships.
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| FFASA's Board of Directors |
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FFASA's Board of Directors is constituted by accomplished
professionals who donate their time and talents for the
benefit of the community. Together and as individuals, they
exemplify FFASA's professionalism and relentless commitment to
the advancement of public safety.
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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Juan Carlos Arias President & Founder
Alan A. Pascal
Treasurer
Francis Viamontes Secretary
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Juan Carlos Arias, Chairman
Gregg Rossman,
Vice-Chairman
Danniel Kanner
Elyse S. Miller
Peter T. Patanzo
Alan A. Pascal
Phillip R. Semenick
Raag Singhal
Francis Viamontes
ABOUT FFASA
FFASA is a non-partisan, not-for-profit, grassroots
organization committed to educating the public regarding the
need to retain experienced prosecutors.
FFASA’s officers and directors are non-salaried volunteers
committed to creating public awareness of the negative effect
prosecutor turnover has on public safety.
FFASA’s only agenda is to create public awareness and to
achieve legislation that would encourage prosecutors to make
their job a career.
FFASA is committed to educating the general public by
advertising the issues in major publications and by making
compelling presentations at local clubs and
organizations.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
June 1- FFASA President's television interview
conducted by Mr. Spero Canton for Comcast Newsmakers.
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