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The 2022 Florida legislative session is now underway, and while Governor Ron DeSantis’s “State of the State” or "Free State of Florida" address invigorated Republican legislators and voters, and Independent voters, Florida Democrats were quick to criticize the yearly address as a mere political play to appease his voting base of support. Agriculture Commissioner and […]

Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried, who is running for governor in the Democratic gubernatorial primary race, recently compared Gov. Ron DeSantis to Nazi Adolf Hitler. During an interview with WLRN's "The Florida Round-Up," Commissioner Fried, said," I'm a student of history too, I saw the rise of Hitler. I've learned of those stories. I have studied […]

As the ongoing debate between environmental groups and South Florida farmers and water users over the Lake Okeechobee water levels continues, Congressman Brian Mast (R) recently called for an increase in federal control of water, which would diminish state water rights in an attempt to solve South Florida’s water problems. The state takes over control […]

The Republican Party of Florida is taking another victory lap around the Florida Democratic Party, celebrating that they have a 45,153 registered voter advantage. This doesn't look good for Florida Democrats. Late last year, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that “for the first time in the history of Florida,” Republicans have surpassed Democrats in registered voters. With […]

Florida’s First Lady, Casey DeSantis, released a message to supporters, praising the Sunshine State and affirming that “freedom is prevailing in Florida.”

The "Free State of Florida" The first day of the 2022 Florida legislative session turned into a political tussle between Gov. Ron DeSantis and Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried. Tuesday was all about Gov. DeSantis, who took a “yuge” victory lap, touting his “Free State of Florida” governing. DeSantis didn't forget to acknowledge his wife First […]

Tallahassee—In response to Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’s State of the State address, Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried held a press conference to pan all of Gov. DeSantis talking points, especially his use of the terms “Freedom” and “the Free State of Florida,” which she refers to as a “dog whistle.” Commissioner Fried said Gov. DeSantis used […]

Tallahassee, FL - Florida has easily been one of the most proactive in shooting down Critical Race theory education almost one year ago.   Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) kicked off his State of the State Address further reinforced the state's ban on CRT in the classrooms. Along with banning Critical Race Theory from playing a role in […]

Tallahassee, FL - Today's State of the State Address before the Florida House, was always poised to be a politically-charge speech.   Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) delivered, opening up his State of the State Address by taking shots at Dr. Anthony Fauci and the federal government. After some brief ceremonial formalities, the Gov. DeSantis quickly jumped to […]

Once again, Paulina Luna is engaged in a primary run to replace Crist, and she has just crossed the $1 million mark in total money raised since launching her congressional bid.

A Visit from Gov. DeSantis 'Twas the day before the 2022 legislative session, when all through the Capitol Not a lobbyist was stirring, not even a Ron Book; The bills were hung by the rotunda with care, In hopes that Gov. Ron DeSantis soon would be there; The legislators have nestled all snug in their […]

Amid controversial accusations of stockpiling COVID-19 tests, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) has publicly come blaming the federal government's failures on a lack of monoclonal and therapeutic treatments for COVID-19. Florida was one of the most embracing states of the then-controversial COVID-19 treatment branded, "monoclonal."  Now, the treatment is being sought after by both conservatives […]

In response, Florida Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried (D) called it an act to “circumvent oversight from the Cabinet” as Shawn Hamilton awaits confirmation.

During Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis's recent press conference in West Palm Beach, Florida, The Floridian publisher, Javier Manjarres, asked the governor about the accusation made against him by Agriculture Commissioner and gubernatorial candidate Nikki Fried (D-FL), who accused him of letting COVID-19 test kits expire. Manjarres asked, "Governor, about a week ago Agricultural Commissioner Nikki […]

Commissioner Fried once again shared her concern over the tests, arguing that the Governor had "admitted" to having a "stockpile" of unused exams.

One year ago today the infamous January 6th riot on Capitol Hill took place in an effort to stop the certification of the 2020 presidential election.  Now, Democrats are expected to start talking up the events again with gubernatorial candidate and US Rep. Charlie Crist (D-FL) accusing Governor DeSantis (R-FL) of "aiding and abetting," January […]

During a press conference in West Palm Beach, Florida, Gov. Ron DeSantis was asked his thoughts about the 1-year anniversary of the January 6 Capitol riot, where the first term governor compared the riot to the “attempted assassination of Republican members of Congress” at congressional baseball game practice on June 14, 2017. Gov. DeSantis, who […]

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ (R) campaign is taking aim at “blue state hypocrites” after his team welcomed Florida Rep. Alexandria Ocasio Cortez (D) to Miami Beach over New Year’s weekend.