> “There was no harm, no threat to safety, no malicious intent, just a teacher trying to connect with a student,” Staniec said at the board meeting.
> “She is irreplaceable, not only a good teacher, but significantly more importantly she is the kindest and most caring person I have ever met in my life,” one supporter commented
Democrats lost both Florida special elections. But one Traitor Trump stronghold flipped blue
Escambia County, a Republican stronghold in Florida, that #TraitorTrump won by 19 points, , flipped blue in a historic vote Tuesday night — the first time in 'modern history.'
#FloridaPolitics
#FuckTrumpFascistRegime https://www.firstcoastnews.com/article/news/politics/democrat-gay-valimont-flips-stronghold-escambia-county/77-7e5c5092-d098-4cff-bbe9-3de4ea48aff3
GOP hold onto deep-red FL1 (Matt Gaetz's seat) and FL6 (Mike Waltz, the SignalGate guy), by 15 and 14 percentage points, respectively.
In the prior 7 FL1 elections, the GOP had won by at least 30pp. In 2024, Waltz won FL6 by 33pp.
Compared to the 2024 elections, Trump had won the state by 37pp and governor Scott won by 40pp. In 2022, every statewide-elected position was won by the GOP by at least 40 pp.
Make of that what you will.
Florida Senate panel advances bill to further roll back child labor restrictions, potentially allowing 14-year-olds to work longer hours(night shifts too). Critics fear exploitation, while supporters cite parental rights. 
Full details here: https://www.cbsnews.com/miami/news/florida-senate-panel-advances-bill-to-further-roll-back-child-labor-restrictions/ #ChildLabor #FloridaPolitics #SB918 #newz
Florida Republican told to 'get his house in order' as Dem candidate skyrockets in funds
#FloridaPolitics
https://www.rawstory.com/house-gop-panic-as-trump-loving-florida-candidate-in-danger-of-fumbling-special-election/
Florida's political landscape is shifting dramatically! Following Trump's overwhelming victory in the 2024 election and DeSantis' re-election, two special elections loom. Democrat Valimont's impressive fundraising contrasts with Republican Patronis, while the GOP's gerrymandered advantage presents challenges. These contests may reveal “buyer’s remorse” from Trump voters, impacting future strategies. Explore the full analysis by Mary Ellen Klas here: https://www.alternet.org/trump-florida-special-elections/ #FloridaPolitics #Election2024 #TrumpEffect
Is the Democratic Party on the brink of a comeback? The **Florida Phoenix** reveals troubling times for Democrats, facing a mere 27% favorability as they approach pivotal congressional elections. Candidates Gay Valimont and Josh Weil are raising impressive funds against GOP rivals, despite a historically Republican stronghold. With voter frustration over Trump’s policies for federal workers fueling support, these races may signal significant changes ahead. Check out the full article for more insights: [Florida Phoenix](https://www.alternet.org/florida-special-election/) #FloridaPolitics #DemocraticParty #2024Elections
Crypto-backed Super PACs are spending big in Florida's special election to support Republican House candidates Randy Fine & Jimmy Patronis. Defend American Jobs will drop $1.2M for Fine, who champions "crypto innovation." $345K will back Patronis. #crypto #FloridaPolitics
Florida Republicans are renewing efforts to lower the gun-buying age from 21, responding to ongoing advocacy from gun rights supporters. This move follows heightened scrutiny of gun regulations post-Parkland. What are your thoughts on balancing gun rights and public safety? #GunLaws #FloridaPolitics
Read more: https://steelefamlaw.com/HAzn5e
#floridaman considers new #florida job to make Florida even more Florida. #FloridaPolitics https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/08/us/politics/matt-gaetz-florida-governor.html?unlocked_article_code=1.oU4.Wxn9.YMWM0oiCjC7h&smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare
U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick Comes Under the Spotlight in $5.7 Million Lawsuit https://shinemycrown.com/u-s-rep-sheila-cherfilus-mccormick-comes-under-the-spotlight-in-5-7-million-lawsuit/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #SheilaCherfilusMcCormick #FloridaPolitics #Lawsuit #Healthcare #TrinityHealthCare
More people need to learn to live with morals instead of just talking about it. Considering they voted for Trump, supporting Gaetz isn't a surprise.
https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2025/01/florida-governor-matt-gaetz-trump-gop/ #Florida #Gaetz #FloridaPolitics #Politics #Republicans #GOP #Criminals
Florida State Senator Ileana Garcia has introduced a bill to ban weather modification in the state, fueling conspiracy theories that Hurricanes like Helene and Milton were artificially created. #FloridaPolitics #WeatherModification #ConspiracyTheories #ClimatePolicy #BreakingNews
Read more here: https://www.ibtimes.com/florida-bill-ban-weather-modification-introduced-response-conspiracy-theories-about-3753814
President-elect Donald Trump endorses Florida State Senator Randy Fine, who faced backlash for celebrating the Israeli military’s killing of an American citizen, in his bid for Congress. #DonaldTrump #USPolitics #TrumpEndorsement #FloridaPolitics #HumanRights #CongressionalElections #IsraelUSRelations #Accountability #politicalcontroversy
read more here: https://www.ibtimes.com/trump-endorses-staunchly-anti-muslim-florida-lawmaker-run-us-congress-3752442
DeSantis misses post-hurricane meeting with Biden — again
https://www.yahoo.com/news/desantis-misses-post-hurricane-meeting-173341474.html  #FloridaPolitics #HurricaineMilton #FascistRonDeathSantis
Is Ron DeSantis secretly preparing an effort to block Florida's abortion measure?
A Friday night report alleging fraud in the Amendment 4 petition-circulation process sparks concerns about how the anti-democratic governor will respond.
#reproductiverights
#floridafascism #FloridaPolitics #RonDeathsantiscorruption https://www.lawdork.com/p/is-ron-desantis-secretly-preparing
It seems like Mother Earth is rebalancing herself and humans are not in her plans this time around .Hurricane Milton spawned high number of destructive, deadly tornadoes as they braced for heavy rain, strong winds and storm surges. Violent twisters were seen crossing highways, ripping off roofs and downing trees and power lines.
https://www.yahoo.com/news/hurricane-milton-spawns-destructive-deadly-035118516.html #ClimateCrisis #extremeweather #HurricaineMilton #FloridaPolitics
