It doesn’t make sense that local officials propose spending $50 million to host the  World Cup men’s soccer matches in Orlando  when this community has many major problems that need solving. Those issues include: ·          Terrible traffic congestion ·          Inadequate public transportation ·          Lack of affordable housing ·          Homelessness ·          Many jobs don’t pay a livable wage If you believe these issues need to be solved before spending money on World Cup soccer, please add your name to our petition by  clicking here . This effort is being spearheaded by  32805 Spotlight , a news and urban affairs radio show and podcast. This petition is being sent to Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings an...

Local leaders propose spending $50 million to bring a major disruption to West Orlando. That disruption is the 2026 World Cup soccer matches for men. One of the main venues for this event -- which would bring thousands of people from around the world -- is Camping World Stadium. This initiative was announced late last month. It is being pushed by Orlando, Orange County and the Greater Orlando Sports Commission. Local elected officials working on collaboration with the Greater Orlando Sports Commission are preparing a bid for Orlando to be selected as one of 16 cities in the United States hosting the matches. The officials say that the World Cup will bring an economic impact of $600 million to $1 billion to the Orlando area. In response to questions from us, Jason Siegel, CEO of the Greater Orlando Sports Commission responded: “We believe that bidding on the 2026 FIFA World Cup will have a positive impact on Westside residents and on the region as a w...