Lauren Book
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Advocate | Educator | Mom | @flsenatedems Senate Democratic Leader 2021-24 | Learn more: https://t.co/dwQtYPIQy2
Joined August 2015
Yesterday, Ron DeSantis announced well deserved $1,000 bonus checks for Florida's first responders. What he forgot to mention was that the money used came from President Biden's American Rescue Plan. Thank you, President Biden!.
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Today, President Biden included additional Florida counties as those considered major disaster areas after speaking with the Governor. Meanwhile, every single Florida Republican in Congress refused to vote for Hurricane Ian relief funds. (No, sadly, you didn’t read that wrong.).
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Women who miscarry in the State of Florida are being sent home to develop sepsis before they can receive needed abortion care. And with the new abortion ban, it will only get worse. This is not freedom.
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As of tonight, Republicans in Arizona have sentenced doctors, nurses, & medical workers to be thrown in jail for providing abortion care — even when a woman or girl is pregnant bc of rape, incest, or sexual assault. Rapists should be thrown in jail, not women or their doctors!.
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My name is Lauren Book, and I am the leader of the Florida Senate Democratic caucus. During the past four years, I fought Ron DeSantis and his draconian policies, and when re-elected, I will work to undo all of the damage he has caused.
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Ron DeSantis is now asserting that the Mar A Lago raid was a political hit job. He's wrong. No one, not even a former President is above the law, and as for DeSantis, trust me, as Florida's Senate Democrat Leader, I will work to ensure we hold DeSantis accountable at the polls.
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My name is Lauren Book. I am a mother, an advocate, and Florida's Senate Democratic Leader. I am working to hold DeSantis and the Florida GOP accountable on abortion rights, affordability, and more. Could you amplify my message by retweeting and getting me to 30k today?.
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My name is Lauren Book. I am a mother, an advocate, and Florida's Senate Democratic Leader. Together, we’re fighting back against DeSantis and the Florida GOP on abortion bans, unaffordability, and more. Could you amplify my message by retweeting and getting me to 30k today?.
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With the stroke of a pen, Governor DeSantis has forced the women of Florida back 50 years by robbing them of the reproductive rights established by our nation’s highest court in Roe vs. Wade.
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Florida Republicans are gearing up to pass a complete abortion ban in our state. Trust me, as Florida's Senate Democratic leader, I will work day and night to stop any effort to restrict reproductive freedoms in our state.
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Ron DeSantis’ puzzling decision to spend money from our state budget to send migrants to Martha’s Vineyard is lacking in compassion and it may even violate the law. As Florida’s Senate Democratic Leader, I am going to work to work to find answers.
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Authoritarian Governor Ron DeSantis just suspended a twice-elected Democratic State Attorney because he would not enforce Florida's 15-week abortion ban. DeSantis continues to put his political career ahead of the beliefs of Floridians. Voters will hold him accountable.
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Shout out to the members of the @FLHouseDems who are still on the House floor tonight -right now - fighting for women’s rights & defending reproductive freedom. HB 5 abortion ban = an assault on women’s autonomy, an attempt to control our bodies & our lives. The fight continues!.
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On November 8th, Floridians will elect Democratic candidates up and down the ballot, helping us retire Rubio, defeat DeSantis, and flip several down ballot races.
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When Ron DeSantis nominated a Surgeon General who cared more about politics than he did our lives, I led the Senate Democratic caucus in a walkout because I was tired of the GOP's political games. Enough is enough. Florida is ready for a Democratic Governor.
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Florida Republicans want to ban abortions, books, and expand permit-less carry in our state. Florida Democrats want to expand access to abortion, allow books in schools, and ban assault weapons. Vote accordingly this November.
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My message to Florida’s women & girls —. There are people & funds who will help you, no matter where you live or how desperate of a situation you are in. I promise you are not alone. Call my office (850-487-5053), we will help direct you to services regardless of ability to pay.
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Today, after more than five years fighting, the Governor signed one of my longstanding priories in the 2022 tax package: the removal of the sales tax on diapers! This is a BIG deal for Florida families!.
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As Democratic Leader of the Florida Senate and the highest ranking elected Democrat in the State of Florida, I am proud to endorse Vice President @KamalaHarris for President of the United States of America. Vice President Harris has consistently demonstrated a deep commitment
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My name is Lauren Book. I am a mother, an advocate, and Florida's Senate Democratic Leader. I am working every day to hold Ron DeSantis and the Florida GOP accountable. Together, we can undo the damage they have caused. Could you amplify my message by retweeting and following?.
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Reminder: With two Harvard degrees & a clerkship on the very court she is now nominated for, Judge Katanji Brown Jackson comes to the table with more judicial experience than did four sitting justices when they were nominated — COMBINED. Time to confirm Judge Jackson as Justice!.
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21 million Floridians deserve straight answers from our state's top public health official. Instead, Joseph Ladapo chose to make a mockery out of his confirmation hearing. So we walked out. Watch more from me & @AC360 ⬇️⬇️⬇
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Ron DeSantis is now under criminal investigation in Texas for using people as political pawns. In the interim, I will not stop working until we have answers here in Florida.
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Last night, Ron DeSantis stood on the debate stage and took credit for the diaper tax break @AnnaForFlorida and I worked hard to pass. It’s time Florida had a Governor who won’t take credit for things they don’t agree with. It’s time we elect @CharlieCrist.
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🚨 A federal judge has blocked DeSantis’ Stop Woke Act because it is clearly unconstitutional. DeSantis’ unconstitutional and draconian agenda continues to fall apart in courtrooms across Florida. As your Democratic Senate Leader, I will continue holding him accountable.
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To everyone who claims that Florida is not winnable, think again. We are tired of Republican leadership putting corporations and the gun lobby ahead of everyday Floridians. Instead, Florida Democrats are building the largest coordinated campaign in history to shift Florida blue.
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Florida is on a roll today… banning abortions & signing permitless concealed carry into law. Guns are now less regulated than women’s bodies — and it’s easier to get a gun than to receive health care.
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DeSantis just delivered a State of the State speech that fails to grasp the reality Floridians are living with — and struggling with — on a daily basis. Floridians deserve the Governor’s full attention. Not the voters of Iowa.
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Survivors of rape, incest, & human trafficking who become pregnant as a result of sexual assault have already had their bodily autonomy violated. They had NO choice in becoming pregnant. And should have EVERY SINGLE BIT OF CHOICE in what happens next. #PROCHOICE.
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FL has banned AP Psychology in our schools. Once again, the DeSantis administration is politicizing the classroom, putting FL students at a disadvantage as they apply to colleges & compete against students from other states with the freedom to take this nationally-available.
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Last night, residents of Kansas made clear that they support the right to an abortion. As Florida's Senate Democratic Leader, I am going to make sure abortion is a right in our state as well. Despite what DeSantis thinks, Floridians want to codify Roe into law.
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Ron DeSantis will now be traveling across America campaigning for candidates who supported the Big Lie. While Ron is too busy campaigning for President, I will be in Florida, fighting for our state and its residents.
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Florida Democrats are fired up and have launched the largest coordinated campaign in our history. This November, we are working to flip Florida blue.
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Under my leadership, Florida Senate Democrats have raised millions of dollars to take on DeSantis-endorsed candidates. We are building a movement to re-elect several Senators, and flip several Senate seats blue this November.
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I am fighting to remove sales tax on diapers because Florida’s working families shouldn’t be taxed on essential health & hygiene items. Learn more:
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This year, Ron DeSantis passed a 15-week abortion ban, then suspended a prosecutor who would not enforce it. It is clear where the Florida GOP is heading next. As your Senate Democratic Leader, I will fight to ensure they cannot pass a complete ban on abortions.
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Every single Floridian regardless of political affiliation should be upset by this decision to withhold taxpayer $$ for public education over local ed leaders’ enforcement of natnl health guidelines clearly intended to meet their most important Constitutional obligation 1/.
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This midterm election is crucial. If Florida Republicans flip two Senate seats, they will be able to override a veto from a Democratic Governor. As your Senate Democratic Leader, I will fight to ensure Republicans cannot achieve their goal.
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My name is Lauren Book, and I am Florida’s Senate Democratic Leader. During the past year, I fought DeSantis tooth and nail, and when I am re-elected I will continue to do so. This November, Democrats will begin the process of undoing the damage DeSantis has caused.
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I applaud President Biden’s decision to pardon all federal marijuana possession convictions. It’s time for Ron DeSantis to do the same. If he won’t, @CharlieCrist will.
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We did it! As of today, the Florida Division of Elections is reporting that the Abortion Ballot Initiative has SURPASSED both the raw total petition number and congressional district spread needed to PUT ABORTION ON THE BALLOT! . Signatures came from everyone and everywhere,.
Today is a big day for all Floridians! The Division of Elections is reporting that #AbortionOnTheBallot has 910,946 verified signatures, enough to qualify for the 2024 election! What a huge milestone for abortion access in our state! . Support us at:
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Ron DeSantis may dislike this, but in Florida, we are not afraid to say GAY. When Senate Democrats take back our majority, I can assure you, as your Leader, we will repeal that bill.
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Today I sat in the courtroom as Florida’s conservative-leaning Supreme Court considered the fate and freedom of women and girls in our state. This case comes down to one thing: protecting Floridians’ constitutional right to privacy – and the decision will be Florida’s own Roe v.
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Did you know, Florida is currently ranked 48th in public education?. Republican leadership has abandoned our schools, our teachers, and our students. Florida Democrats are ready to fund public education, increase teacher pay, and let our teachers teach!.
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Time for a reality check! Floridians are struggling with the growing affordability crisis — but instead of lowering costs & solving REAL problems, Republicans want to fight about drag & which bathroom people use. 🙄
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BIG news: Florida is ON TRACK to put abortion on the ballot in 2024! 🗳️ . ✔️ We’ve got MORE than 1.4M petitions collected to put abortion on the ballot — we need 891,523 verified petitions, and we’re over collecting to be safe not sorry! . ✔️ 93% of the needed petitions have been.
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Attn. Pro-Choice Floridians! . We need YOUR help to get abortion on the ballot! . We need nearly 1 million petition signatures to qualify for the ballot in 2024. See the tweet below to learn how to help ⬇️
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Today, I was in the Florida Supreme Court supporting legal advocates for reproductive freedom fighting to ensure abortion rights are on the ballot this November. #Yeson4
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The Governor’s decision to treat PEOPLE as POLITICAL PAWNS is morally reprehensible & may violate FL law in more ways than one. That’s why I’ve called on FDOT to provide immediate answers as to how & why migrants & asylum-seekers were allegedly transported under false pretenses.
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As Florida's Senate Democratic Leader, I have seen a large increase in excitement from Florida Democrats. We are ready to hold Ron DeSantis and Donald Trump accountable at the polls, and will vote blue up and down the ballot to elect Democrats at every level.
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It is time Florida had a Governor who cared more about our residents than they do about running for President.
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Send us notes of encouragement for our first responders and @senpizzo & I will help distribute…. This is an ongoing effort & every bit of love and support helps…. 967 Nob Hill Road.Plantation, FL 33324. or . 5582 N.E. 4th Court Suite 7B Miami, FL 33137
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Ron DeSantis’ political stunt has not gone as planned. Last night we learned he’s he being criminally investigated in TX — and now the very people he tried to use as pawns have filed a civil lawsuit against him. We will continue working to release the full truth.
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Let’s be clear: there has been no wave of sexual predation in bathrooms by trans individuals. They are not grooming our children in the bathroom & they’re not raping women or men. It's just not happening! In fact, people who are trans are 4x more likely to be the VICTIMS of these.
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With 1 in 5 COVID cases nationwide originating in the state of Florida, we urge the Governor to stop grandstanding and start leading. #LeadershipMatters.
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“The ‘gay agenda’ is just that the next generation has a better life than we did.” A beautiful sentiment. Thank you, Katherine Hagan (sp?). 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️.
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Since I was elected to the @FLSenate in 2016, I have been fighting to eliminate the diaper tax for Florida’s families. After years of hard work, I am proud to share that the 2022 state budget - as approved today - finally includes the removal of the sales tax on diapers.
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While Florida Republicans continue to ban books and abortions, Florida Democrats will work to protect your child’s education and protect your right to choose.
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5 years…💔 Today & every day, we remember Alyssa, Scott, Martin, Nicholas, Aaron, Jaime, Chris, Luke, Cara, Gina, Joaquin, Alaina, Meadow, Helena, Alex, Carmen, & Peter. We will never forget. We will never stop seeking ways to honor your lives.
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Florida Republicans have now passed a dangerous abortion ban through both the House & the Senate — choosing to disregard the pleas of women & the doctors entrusted with their care, including two mothers in my own district forced to the brink of death following miscarriages due to.
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As Florida’s Senate Democratic Leader, I can assure you we will fight against any attempt to ban abortions in our state.
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The DeSantis administration is afraid to allow abortion access to be decided by voters because they know they will lose — plain and simple. That’s why the Attorney General is attempting to prevent our measure from ever making it on the ballot. We will win this latest challenge,.
Florida attorney general seeks to block abortion rights amendment from ballot
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The Surgeon General’s job is to protect the health & safety of all Floridians — yet when @TinaPolsky - recently diagnosed w breast cancer - asked him to don a mask to protect HER health & safety, he refused. This is unacceptable.
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Just hours before Florida’s cruel 15-week abortion ban with no exceptions for survivors of sexual assault was set to take effect, a judge rightfully ruled that the law was unconstitutional.
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Florida Republicans are no longer being silent. They actively want to ban abortion in our state. After what happened in Kansas, it’s clear that Americans support the right to abortion. Floridians will hold the GOP accountable in November.
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My name is Lauren Book, and I am Florida's Senate Democratic Leader. As a mother, advocate, and Democrat, I have fought for Floridians in the trenches every single day. I know what it takes to fight, and I know what it takes to win. November 8th cannot come soon enough.
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All around us, Republicans are waging a war on women. The only way to ensure Florida Republicans cannot override @CharlieCrist's veto of an abortion ban is to elect Democratic Senators like: . @SenJanetCruz, @joyforfl, @Raquel_MiamiBch, @LoranneAusley, & @janellesofia.
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The State of Florida should not be criminalizing doctors for providing medical care!. From OBGYNs to endocrinologists & beyond — private health care decisions must stay private between doctors, patients & their families, and their OWN faiths (not the religious views of the GOP!)
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Unlike Ron DeSantis and the Florida GOP, I promise you that as Florida’s Senate Democratic Leader, I will never let you down. I will always fight for you and your families.
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We are now less than two months away from defeating DeSantis, retiring Rubio, and expanding our House and Senate caucuses in Florida. I’ll meet you at the ballot box.
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Florida now leads the nation in books banned. This is not freedom.
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Late last night, Ron DeSantis quietly signed the abortion ban into law. This dangerous ban turns back the clock on women’s rights — bringing the government into exam rooms and criminalizing women and their doctors over private healthcare decisions. This is not freedom.
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The Florida Senate just voted to give sacs of cells & even the deceased more rights than living, breathing, women & girls — not just equal rights… MORE! . This is discrimination on the basis of sex, only WOMEN are forced to give their bodies to someone/something without consent!
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As of today, Florida law effectively bans all abortion in our state. We must now be the guardians of our rights. We must reject government interference into personal, private healthcare decisions. We must pass Amendment 4 to enshrine abortion rights in Florida’s Constitution.
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When the Florida Republican Party tries to ban abortions next year, you can be assured that Florida Democrats will fight to stop them. This is why this election is so critical. We must elect more Democrats to block any abortion ban.
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The Florida GOP passed legislation to curb your right to protest. The UN has now released a report showing DeSantis' bill enables discrimination while threatening Black and Brown Floridians’ right to protest. Democrats fought the bill then, and we’ll fight to repeal it now.
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Florida teachers deserve so much better. Because of Florida Republicans, our education system is ranked 48th in the country, we have a massive teacher shortage, and teacher pay has remained flat. We cannot let this continue. It's time to fund public education.
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The conservative FL Supreme Court will begin oral arguments on our state’s dangerous abortion bans this Friday. Join us as we fight back. We have until the end of December to gather 1.25M signatures to put abortion rights on the ballot & we need YOUR help. Every signature.
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November's election is critical. If Florida Republicans flip two Senate seats, they will be able to override a veto from a Democratic Governor. We cannot let that happen. Vote blue at the ballot box.
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Anyone who thinks Florida is a lost cause should think again. As Florida’s Senate Democratic Leader, I am working with our party to launch the largest coordinated campaign we have ever had. This November, Democrats will win.
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For @WeAreFarmers to exit FL in the middle of hurricane season — leaving policy holders high & dry, searching for replacement coverage that is both unaffordable & hard to come by — is irresponsible & dangerous. The state must do more to solve this quality of life issue for.
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As the FL Department of Education drags its feet on securing $2.3 billion in federal funding for Florida students, it’s moving full speed ahead to punish school districts like Broward for following public health guidance & enacting common sense mask policies in schools. 1/2.
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It’s true, Florida’s economy is booming … but from the Southernmost Point to the Gulf shores, working people continue to struggle. THIS is the true State of our State – and Floridians deserve better!. Watch my full State of the State rebuttal here:
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The Governor just signed our legislation to end period poverty in FL schools! Schools already provide necessary sanitary equipment in bathrooms like toilet paper, soap, & paper towels. Now, bc of our years-long fight, menstrual hygiene products will be no different. A period.
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Florida is the most unaffordable state in the country. Housing costs continue to rise, insurance premiums are out of control, and wages remain flat. Ron DeSantis and the GOP could fix this, but they choose not to. Instead, they fight Democrats as we work to defend Floridians.
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After feeling the onset of mild symptoms, I tested positive for COVID-19 late yesterday. I am now resting and will remain in isolation through Monday, per @CDCgov guidelines. Glad to be fully vaxxed and boosted — now hoping this virus comes and goes quickly and uneventfully.
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Three times in a row, the Governor has tried to make a villain out of Disney by using the Legislature to grant his wishes. But retaliating against a company shouldn’t be the way we do business in Florida - in particular with one that brings in tourists dollars from across the
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The right to purchase a firearm is not absolute. Unfortunately, Florida Republicans are gearing up to pass permit-less carry legislation. Unlike them, as your Senate Democrat Leader, I am ready to fight alongside my fellow Democrats to ban assault weapons in our state.
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A Florida Court won’t let a 16 year old girl get an abortion because it claims she isn’t mature enough. This is what happens when draconian abortion bans are passed. As your Florida Senate Democratic Leader, I will always fight to repeal these bills.
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During the past four years, Floridians have suffered from lack of leadership in the Governor’s mansion. As Florida’s Senate Democratic Leader, I have helped raise millions of dollars to elect Democrats up and down the ballot to undo all of the damage he has caused.
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Florida Republicans passed Don’t Say Gay, and Marco Rubio believes that it is a waste of time to codify same-sex marriage into law. They have made clear where they stand on this issue. It is time Democrats take charge and protect our LGBTQ+ community.
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We are in the peak of hurricane season, and many Floridians are still without property insurance because premiums are just too high. This is unacceptable. While Florida Republicans fail to act, Democrats are fighting to deliver for Floridians.
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During the past year, I have lead the Florida Senate Democrats, fighting against DeSantis’ draconian policies. When I am re-elected, I will continue this fight to ensure that authoritarianism has no place in our state.
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Introducing the women on the political front lines fighting to ensure every woman has the right to choose, every child has access to a quality education, & every family can achieve their own version of the American dream.
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In the course of just two generations, we’ve seen our rights won & lost. It is now up to us to get them back. Because no one is going to save us but ourselves. Abortion is health care & women deserve to be equal & free! . The fight continues.
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When Floridians need help most, every Florida Republican in Congress voted against allocating additional disaster aid to help our neighbors recover from Hurricane Ian. Voters won't forget this in November.
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Using an official government agency to for political campaigning is a clear violation of F.S. 104.31. We are looking into appropriate legal action. The voters of Florida deserve law-abiding leadership and to have their voices heard in November — free from government interference
To combat the lies and disinformation surrounding Florida’s abortion laws, @AHCA_FL has launched an improved transparency page. The page further clarifies the laws and regulations for abortion in Florida. To see more please visit our website:
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