The analysis included data from Orange and Osceola counties, focusing primarily on the 50 precincts with the highest Puerto Rican voter density.
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‘Reckless’: Florida GOP Leaders Want to Get Rid of Gun Permits
“It’s despicable.” Democrats strongly object to the legislation that would allow people to buy guns with no training or background checks.
Alex Berrios to Run for Florida Democratic Chair
The organizer said his on-the-ground experience would deliver important change to the state’s political party. He thinks Latinos in Florida are tired of seeing candidates that don’t look or sound like them.
DeSantis Blasted by House Democrats for ‘Not Speaking to the People’ in Inaugural Speech
The governor promised to keep fighting the so-called “woke” ideology, while Democrats blasted him for failing to address the real issues that families are struggling with, like rising rents, healthcare affordability, and skyrocketing prices.
Florida Lawmakers Aim to Change Law so DeSantis Can Run for President Without Resigning as Governor
This would allow DeSantis to run for president and regain his position as governor if he doesn’t win the presidential election.
Florida School District Axes LGBTQ Anti-Bullying Video After DeSantis’ ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Law
Duval County Public Schools pulled the video as part of its removal of LGBTQ resources “to ensure the content complies with recent state legislation.”
Is DeSantis Beatable? The GOP’s Own Survey Shows Charlie Crist Leading in the Race for Governor
The results of the poll reveal what many across Florida once thought unthinkable: a chink in Gov. Ron DeSantis’ apparently invulnerable armor.
Just the Facts: Florida Ranks 45th in Tax Fairness, 41st in Access to Health Care, 2nd in Mass Shootings.
Here’s how Florida has fared under 20 years of Republican leadership in taxes, health care, housing, unemployment benefits and gun safety.
The Hidden Face of Florida’s Climate Change Crisis
Global warming impacts our communities in ways that many of us don’t realize, including the dinner table, housing prices, and even seasonal allergies. Why doesn’t the state’s Republican leadership take action, and what can you do about it?
After GOP Blocks Voting Rights Bill, Florida Democrats Say, ‘The Fight Is Not Over!’
Senate Republicans last week blocked the Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act, prompting state Democrats to rally to support state bills that could counter the impact of Florida’s new elections law signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis last spring.
This Is Víctor Vázquez: the Puerto Rican Who Aims to Improve Miami Springs
The Miami Dade College professor obtained 70% of the votes in a recent nonpartisan election, winning the Miami Springs City Council, Group 4 seat.
Biden’s COVID Relief Plan Is a Huge Deal for Women. Here’s How.
Study after study has found that women, particularly women of color, have borne the brunt of the pandemic’s economic toll, losing jobs and leaving the workforce in alarming numbers.
US Needs to Brace for More Deadly Storms, Experts Say
As climate change worsens, severe conditions that go beyond historical norms are becoming ever more common. President Biden has a $2 trillion plan to combat climate change.
¡Wepa! María Rivera Becomes Rhode Island’s First Latina Mayor
The daughter of hardworking Puerto Rican parents proudly carries “la mancha de plátano” in her DNA.
Some Businesses Are Done With Trump and GOP After Riots
Companies are growing skittish about lawmakers who backed Trump’s false claims of election fraud and suspends political donations.
Some Florida Republicans Are Leaving the GOP After Trump-Induced Mob Assault
“I once said the party of Lincoln and Reagan is off taking a nap,” former Republican House speaker John Boehner wrote on Thursday. “The nap has become a nightmare for our nation.”
INTERVIEW: Julián Castro Says the Future Depends on Democrats Winning in Georgia
“No matter where I am or what I am doing, I am always going to use my voice to support the Latino community and help elect people who I believe will expand opportunities in our country to include Latinos and everybody else.”
Student Loan Debt Is Ruining Lives. Can We Just Cancel It?
About 45 million borrowers in the US collectively owe $1.6 trillion in student loan debt, a burden that has left millennials worse off than their parents, delayed marriages and children, widened the racial wealth gap, and had devastating mental health consequences.
Meet Biden’s Cabinet Picks: A Climate Champion, a Woman Who Faced a Man With a Machine Gun, and More
Biden’s initial cabinet choices indicate that he plans to surround himself with a group of diverse, experienced officials with whom he already has relationships.
NC Task Force Wants Weed Decriminalized
A racial justice task force reporting to Gov. Roy Cooper recommended North Carolina do away with criminal penalties, citing how Black and Latino residents are disproportionately convicted.
NC’s Prison Population Forgotten in Fight Against COVID-19, Advocates Say
A coalition of criminal justice groups are holding a 58-day vigil to pressure Gov. Roy Cooper to do more to protect the 30,000 North Carolinians in prison from COVID-19.
Threat of Pepper Spray Isn’t Stopping This Election Day Rally In North Carolina
After a peaceful voter turnout rally was violently and abruptly shut down in Alamance County this weekend, organizers pledge to return on Election Day to urge voters to the polls.
Election HQ: Cardinal & Pine’s Live Blog on NC’s 2020 Election
With a recount likely in the race for chief justice of the NC Supreme Court, Paul Newby holds a lead over Cheri Beasley.
NC Family’s DNC Story Shows Immigrants They Are Not Alone
The Sanchez family spoke at the Democratic National Convention last week, and talked with Cardinal and Pine about the experience.
Parents and Teachers Are Terrified of Schools Reopening as COVID-19 Cases Surge: ‘I Just Don’t Know If It’s Safe’
Without a comprehensive plan that includes additional federal funding, teachers and parents argue, reopening schools could put students, their families, and educators in danger.
Thom Tillis Voted to Repeal the ACA Seven Times. He Has To Go, Healthcare Advocates Say.
Healthcare advocates say Thom Tillis’ record of undermining the Affordable Care Act (ACA) risks coverage for North Carolinians with pre-existing conditions.
The GOP Wants to Repeal the ACA During a Pandemic. Democrats Are Trying to Expand Coverage.
If the Affordable Care Act is struck down, tens of millions of Americans would lose coverage and protections for pre-existing conditions.
Trump and His EPA Are ‘Using the Coronavirus as Cover’ to Gut Rules Against Climate Change
Environmental experts say these actions represent nothing less than a generous handout to polluters at the expense of regular Americans, particularly communities of color and children.
Trump to States: Crack Down on Sanctuary Cities or I’ll Hold Back Coronavirus Aid
Immigrants rights advocates and Democratic lawmakers accused the president of using exploiting a pandemic to further his anti-immigrant agenda.
Biden Beats Trump by 6% in New Florida Poll
New Florida poll shows 46% of registered voters would vote for likely presidential candidate Joe Biden, with 40% voting for Donald Trump.