NEWS FROM THE SECOND DISTRICTDear Friend, Less than a year into President Biden’s time in the Oval Office and all we’ve seen is crisis after crisis. We have a crisis on the Southern border, an inflation crisis, a hiring crisis, an energy crisis, and now a crisis in Afghanistan.
The current events in Afghanistan have been very difficult to watch. Families are trying to escape the wrath of the Taliban and American soldiers doing everything they can to protect those they fought so hard for. In a time when we need strong leadership and a game plan, the Biden Administration has neither. Right now, the Administration cannot even guarantee that all Americans will be safely evacuated. This lack of leadership is abysmal. Our troops and our Afghan allies deserve more than this.
I can only imagine how difficult this must be for our veterans. Many have invested a lot of time and effort into protecting this country, and make no mistake, their hard work was not wasted. I want to thank all who have served in Afghanistan and other areas in the Middle East. I’m incredibly grateful for all that you’ve done to protect this country and others.
Next week, I will head back to Washington D.C. to vote on Speaker Pelosi’s latest $3.5 trillion spending bill. It seems the only thing growing faster than our lists of crises is our national debt. That said, I intend to push back against Speaker Pelosi’s wasteful spending. Please be sure to keep an eye on my social media for updates.
Please read about my week below:
This Week in the District
Updates for Veterans
Coronavirus Updates This Week in the District
Touring Lucky Goat Coffee
This past week, I had the opportunity to meet with Ben Pautsch, owner of Lucky Goat Coffee. Ben is a Florida State alum and has been in the coffee industry for over 20 years. Lucky Goat is an impressive operation with five locations in Tallahassee, one location in Jacksonville, and partnerships throughout our district. Thank you, Ben, for having me and for giving me a tour of your flagship location! I’m looking forward to stopping by for another cup of Goat Tracks soon.
The Exchange Club of Tallahassee Meeting
On Friday, I had the privilege of being the keynote speaker for the Exchange Club of Tallahassee. The Exchange Club is an all-volunteer, national service organization for men and women that focuses on Americanism, community service, youth programs, and child abuse prevention. During my legislative update, I talked about the origins of COVID-19, our current spending crisis, and the crisis in Afghanistan. This is a great group of exceptional leaders who have contributed a great deal to our district, and I look forward to meeting with them more in the future.
Thank you for all for having me! It was truly a pleasure.
Updates for Veterans
Upcoming Events
Help is available. You are not alone.
If you’re a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one, there are caring, qualified VA responders standing by to help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
The Veterans Crisis Line is a free, anonymous, confidential resource that’s available to anyone, even if you’re not registered with VA or enrolled in VA health care. Call 800-273-8255
Coronavirus Updates
Get Vaccinated
Floridians 12 and up are eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine as prescribed by the Food and Drug Administration. The Pfizer vaccine is authorized for persons age 12 and up. The Moderna vaccine is authorized for persons age 18 and up.
I encourage you to schedule an appointment for the COVID-19 vaccine. The State of Florida has partnered with Sharecare to provide an easy-to-use platform that will save your spot for your shot. Schedule your appointment here. Florida has many sites providing the COVID-19 vaccine. Use the vaccine finder to find a site near you. Supplies are limited and appointments may be required.
Monoclonal antibody treatments
Early monoclonal antibody treatments save lives. The antibodies help the immune system recognize and respond effectively to the virus. According to the treatment guidelines, they should be administered as soon as possible after diagnosis. Referrals are not required at any of the State of Florida monoclonal antibody treatment sites and treatments are available at no cost to patients.
If you or someone you know has tested positive for COVID-19, visit this link to find locations to receive monoclonal antibody treatments. For more information about the treatments, click here.
Thank you for your continued energy and enthusiasm, as reflected in your letters and Facebook posts. If you haven’t already, LIKE my Facebook page. You can also follow me on Twitter @DrNealDunnFL2. Thank you for the opportunity to serve you in Congress!
Sincerely,
Dr. Neal Dunn
Member of Congress
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The situation in Afghanistan is heartbreaking, and I’m determined to help as many people as I can. If you have relatives, colleagues, friends, or loved ones currently in Afghanistan OR if you’re a veteran or service member in contact with an interpreter stuck in the Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) process, please reach out to my office. We will try as best as we can to get them to safety.
Contact my office at 850-785-0812 or at www.dunn.house.gov
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