After years of lawmakers adamantly voting against legalizing recreational marijuana in the state of Florida, the state’s Supreme Court, in a surprising 5-2 vote, has decided to allow the question on November’s ballot. This pivotal decision marks a significant shift in Florida’s approach to cannabis legislation. Amendment 3 aims to […]

Florida’s public universities are now navigating the aftermath of Senate Bill 266,  a bill approved in 2023 at the urging of Governor Ron DeSantis. It  prohibits all funding for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs — and the repercussions are becoming palpable. As each university administration finds itself at a […]

Florida state Representative Anna Eskamani began her political career in 2018, championing her position as the first Iranian-American elected to any public office in Florida when she flipped her legislative seat. Born and raised in Orlando, Eskamani’s upbringing was one of resilience and determination, shaped by the sacrifices of her […]