How free is the free state of Florida‪?‬ Woke Wars

Florida is all about being free these days, according to Gov. Ron DeSantis.
He can’t say it often enough, it seems. He wrote a book he called “The Courage to be Free.” He’s called the state a “citadel of freedom.” His budget is called a “framework of freedom.” His inauguration speech used the word “freedom” 12 times — and the speech was only about 16 minutes long.
But his words run counter to a lot of his actions and the actions of the state Legislature as they hand him as many “wins” as possible before he officially declares he’s running for president. They’re imposing all sorts of restrictions on freedom in Florida. From abortion and free speech — just ask Disney — to what’s taught in public schools, DeSantis and the Republicans running the state are intent on curtailing some rights to favor others.

In this episode you'll hear from Editorial Board members Isadora Rangel, Luisa Yanez and Nancy Ancrum. Special thanks to WLRN studios in downtown Miami.

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