Stop the Gun Violence Expansion Bill
According to the anti-gun violence group Giffords, Florida averages one gun death every three hours and a child gets shot every 17 hours. Yet despite the epidemic of gun violence in our state, Gov. Ron DeSantis and his allies in the state Legislature are pushing a “permitless carry” bill that would allow individuals to carry loaded, concealed handguns in public areas without first going through a commonsense background check or any training.
Banned Book of the Week: “And Tango Makes Three”
Gov. DeSantis called Florida’s public school book bans a “Hoax!” – It’s not. We’re 2nd in the nation for the # of banned books.
Progress Florida & Florida Watch Statements on the State of the State Address
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis delivered his State of the State address to kick off Florida’s 2023 legislative session.
“Raising Taxes Ron”: DeSantis Watch Digital Video Highlights Ron’s Record of Raising Taxes
Throughout his time as a politician, Governor Ron DeSantis has shown a strong desire to raise taxes on working families and seniors, while providing massive tax breaks and handouts to the wealthy and corporate elite.
Banned Book of the Week: “Women Who Broke The Rules”
Gov. Ron DeSantis is out to destroy free speech in Florida. Duval County substitute teacher Brian Covey was recently fired simply for sharing a video of empty bookshelves in his classroom to draw attention to the relentless censorship of books under the DeSantis administration.
Banned Book of the Week: “The Bluest Eye”
“If I weren’t living through it, I wouldn’t believe it’s happening.” – a Florida parent and teacher.¹
Stop barriers to essential abortion medication
If you believe every Floridian should be able to access respectful, quality, and affordable reproductive health care, then this simple action in support of medication abortion is for you. Just weeks ago, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) lifted outdated restrictions on medication abortion, allowing pharmacies to dispense these necessary medications, and the Justice Department ruled that the postal service is allowed to deliver them nationwide. This is excellent news!
Progress Florida & Florida Watch Statements on President Biden’s State of the Union Address
President Joe Biden gave his State of the Union Address in which he emphasized the historic job creation and economic growth under his administration.
These gentle giants need your help
We’ve all seen the heart-wrenching headlines: Florida’s iconic and beloved manatees are dying of starvation at a nightmarish rate.