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“They are literally chopping off the private parts of young kids,” said Gov. Ron DeSantis about gender-affirming surgeries on minors.
Well, most hospitals around the country are saying that these surgeries are being performed on individuals at least 18 years old, the University of Miami is on record stating that they will perform the life-altering surgeries on kids under the age of 18.
What’s worse, the U of Miami only requires one parent’s consent. So, if you oppose your child from getting this drastic surgery, it doesn’t matter. As long as your spouse or the mother or father of your child consents to the surgery, you have no say.
The surgery can be done without your consent and knowledge. MUST-READ
The Florida Legislature codified Gov. DeSantis Executive Order preventing businesses and organizations from mandating individuals divulge their COVID-19 vaccination status.
WESH-2, the NBC affiliate in Orlando, just defied that newly-signed law. READ MORE
Rep. Carlos G Smith-My GOP opponent, Susan Plasencia, is an anti-abortion extremist. Her website doesn’t mentions abortion because she knows how unpopular it makes her with voters. You’ll never have to question where I stand— I will defend safe + legal access to abortion as long as I’m your rep!
Sen. Jason Pizzo-21 years, and I still feel blessed that I was at Mom’s, and not in NYC. The incoming/outgoing calls of who was safe, who was lost - classmates and family friends. One bright moment was that first pitch back at @Yankees stadium.At the new stadium today, cherishing new friends.
Rep. Mike Waltz-#OTD in 2001, America changed forever & sadly, 21 years later, Al Qaeda's back in Afghanistan. Today we honor the Americans lost on 9/11 & all the brave servicemembers, like my Green Berets Brian Woods & Matt Pucino, who lost their lives protecting our freedoms.
Rep. Brian Mast-These reflections still hold true. September 11th showed us evil and hatred, but September 12th showed us patriotism and generosity.
Rep. Ted Deutch-On #September11, our nation came together & showed resilience in the face of unimaginable terror. We must remain dedicated to honoring the memory of those lost & remembering the bravery of first responders who answered the call of duty during one of America’s darkest moments.
Ron DeSantis-21 years ago, terrorists took the lives of nearly 3,000 Americans. We remember those lost that day & honor their legacies. We also give thanks for the heroism of first responders who ran into burning towers & the UA-93 passengers who prevented a terrorist attack on the capital.
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"Artemis 1 moon mission twice postponed while VP Harris lauds it as a "test of pure innovation" by The Floridian's Mateo Guillamont—NASA’s latest space-exploration mission is postponed once again after VP Kamala Harris commended the Artemis 1 operation earlier this week. The $4.1 billion dollar operation is raising eyebrows as it nears a one-week delay from its original launch date.
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