Interview with Peter Owen: The Young Progressive Candidate for Florida's 13th District - Dr. Cindy Speaks

Dr. Cindy Speaks

Dr. Cindy Banyai is back on Dr. Cindy Speaks on the Big Mouth Media Network. She leads off 2024 with an interview with Peter Owen, the 25-year old progressive candidate running in the primary for Florida's 13th congressional district. Peter talks about his experience, goals, and reasons for running against incumbent Ana Paulina Luna. Key topics include his frustration with Luna's leadership, his vision for enhancing healthcare, addressing climate change, controlling gun violence, and improving the economy.

00:36 Introduction and Kickoff of 2024 Elections
01:02 Interview with Peter Owen: A Young Progressive Candidate
01:16 Peter Owen's Political Journey and Motivation
02:09 The Need for Young Leadership in Politics
02:43 Peter Owen's Stance on Key Issues: Abortion, Firearms, and Universal Healthcare
03:56 The Struggle with Healthcare Costs
07:53 The Fight for Gun Control
09:22 The Role of Toxic Masculinity in Gun Ownership
14:34 The Threat to Democracy and the Need for Compromise
17:50 Climate Change: Florida's Looming Threat
22:08 Real World Implications of Climate Change
22:58 The Role of Insurance Companies in Climate Change
24:12 Addressing the Insurance Crisis in Florida
25:47 Personal Motivation for Running for Office
28:34 The Impact of Right Wing Policies on Florida
29:36 The Need for Progressive Economic Policies
32:02 The Importance of Federal Economic Policy
39:04 Campaign Updates and How to Support