Terms of Use​
Effective Date: January 2025
By accessing or using this website (“Site”), you agree to the following Terms of Use. These terms govern your
use of all content published on this Site, including video clips, transcripts, commentary, historical analysis,
and editorial materials.
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1. Content Ownership and Use
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All original commentary, analysis, and editorial content on this Site is the intellectual property of the Site owner and may not be reproduced, republished, or redistributed without written permission.
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Video clips and transcripts from public government meetings (local, state, and federal) are sourced from publicly available records and used under applicable public domain and fair use principles.
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Public comments made during open government meetings are part of the public record and may be quoted or excerpted for editorial purposes. No endorsement or affiliation is implied.
2. Editorial Integrity
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This Site does not alter, misrepresent, or fabricate public statements. All excerpts are presented with timestamped attribution and contextual framing.
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Commentary is independent and nonpartisan. The Site does not accept paid political endorsements or promotional content.
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Historical synthesis and narrative framing are based on publicly available records, oral histories, and archival sources. All citations are provided where applicable.
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3. Monetization and Advertising
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This Site may generate revenue through advertising, affiliate links, subscriptions, or sponsored content. Sponsored content will be clearly labeled.
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Monetization does not affect editorial independence. No public official, citizen, or government entity featured in public footage has endorsed or sponsored this Site.
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4. User Conduct
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Users may not use this Site to harass, defame, or misrepresent individuals featured in public footage.
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Comments and submissions must remain respectful and relevant. The Site reserves the right to moderate or remove content that violates these standards.
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Unauthorized scraping, downloading, or automated access to Site content is prohibited.
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5. Legal Disclaimers
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The Site owner makes no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy of third-party statements made in public meetings.
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All content is provided “as is” for informational and editorial purposes only. The Site is not liable for any damages arising from reliance on published materials.
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This Site does not provide legal, financial, or medical advice.
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6. Jurisdiction
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These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Florida. Any disputes arising from use of this Site shall be resolved in the appropriate courts of Monroe County, Florida.
7. Changes to Terms
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The Site reserves the right to update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of any changes.
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Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 2025
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This Privacy Policy explains how this website (“Site”) collects, uses, and protects information
from visitors. By accessing or using this Site, you agree to the terms outlined below.
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1. Information Collection
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This Site does not collect personally identifiable information unless voluntarily submitted (e.g., via contact forms or newsletter sign-ups).
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Non-personal data such as browser type, device, and referral source may be collected for analytics and performance optimization.
2. Use of Information
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Submitted information may be used to respond to inquiries, deliver updates, or improve content relevance.
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We do not sell, rent, or share personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.
3. Cookies and Analytics
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This Site may use cookies to enhance user experience and track aggregate usage statistics.
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Third-party analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) may collect anonymized data to help us understand traffic patterns.
4. Embedded Content
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Blog posts may include embedded videos or links to public government archives. These third-party platforms may collect data independently. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
5. Data Security
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Reasonable measures are taken to protect submitted information. However, no online transmission is 100% secure.
6. User Rights
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You may request to view, update, or delete your submitted information by contacting us directly.
7. Policy Updates
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This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of any changes.
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Corrections Policy
Effective Date: January 2025
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This Corrections Policy outlines how this Site handles factual errors, updates, and clarifications in published content.
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1. Commitment to Accuracy
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We strive to present all public meeting footage, historical analysis, and editorial commentary with factual accuracy and timestamped attribution.
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If an error is identified, we will correct it promptly and transparently.
2. Correction Procedure
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Corrections will be noted at the bottom of the original post or video description, with the date and nature of the change.
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Minor edits (e.g., spelling or formatting) may be made without formal notice.
3. User Submissions
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Readers and viewers may submit correction requests via the contact form or designated email. Please include the post title, date, and specific concern.
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We review all submissions and respond within a reasonable timeframe.
4. Historical Context
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When updating historical content, we maintain original context and clearly mark any new interpretations or added sources.
5. Public Record Integrity
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We do not alter or remove public meeting footage unless required by law or platform policy. Commentary is editorial and clearly distinguished from source material.
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