Author: Sarah Hoffman

Bigger Than Roe

We are proud to partner with Women’s March on #BiggerThanRoe events happening in cities and towns across Florida this Sunday, January 22, 2023.

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The Rise of Ron DeSantis

It’s hard to properly describe what the last two and a half years have been like for us in the state of Florida. The way I have tried to verbalize it to those not living here is that it’s a bit of a cascading nightmare, where every outrage softly fades into the next, all the attacks and barbs aimed at marginalized communities blend together, where the worst voices of a right-wing outrage machine act as the assignment editor for our governor and the professional trolls who inhabit his communications department.

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Pass The Respect For Marriage Act

What a historic week! The U.S. Senate  passed the Respect for Marriage Act, which would enshrine marriage equality in federal law, granting protections to same-sex and interracial couples. This bill still must pass the House, but the bipartisan vote in the Senate is a great step forward.. As made clear when Roe v. Wade was overturned, we must take every precaution to protect people’s fundamental rights.

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Pick The Right Battles

We’re at a pivotal junction in history. Trumpism – and its agenda of fear and division embodied by Ron DeSantis (in a more polished coating) – threatens our freedoms and representative democracy. It can feel overwhelming at times with so many critical battles needing attention.

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New Video: Our Time

Throughout his time in office, Governor Ron DeSantis has attacked the freedoms of the Floridians he was elected to serve. As Florida’s affordability crisis has

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Election Protection Hotline

Call or text 866-OUR-VOTE (866-687-8683) to get voting help now. Trained, non-partisan #ElectionProtection volunteers are on standby ready to help. #ProtectOurVote

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DeSantis Watch Launches New Website Imprint: Influence Watch

Today, DeSantis Watch, a joint effort of Florida Watch and Progress Florida, has launched a new website imprint branded as Influence Watch to help the public hold Governor Ron DeSantis accountable. The imprint can be found by accessing the existing DeSantisWatch.org website and navigating from the home bar.

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