Condo Owners Face Financial Ruin While DeSantis Holds Yet More ‘Discussions’

Governor Ron DeSantis has once again taken to the stage, holding another roundtable discussion—this time in Pinellas Park—with condo owners and association leaders to discuss the ongoing condominium crisis in Florida. The second roundtable in less than a week, following a similar event in Miami Lakes, touched on concerns regarding safety measures, rising costs, and…

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Governor Newsom Targets Wealthy Neighborhoods Opposing Public Housing with New Legislation

On Thursday, September 19th, Governor Gavin Newsom, alongside state and local leaders, signed critical legislation aimed at tackling California’s housing crisis. The legislation, which directly addresses homelessness and expands affordable housing, is part of a broader strategy the governor has championed to hold localities accountable for their role in resolving the state’s most pressing housing…

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DeSantis’ “Freedom” Agenda Fails Florida’s Public Schools: You Get What You Pay For

In a recent press release, Governor Ron DeSantis celebrated Florida being ranked #1 in “Education Freedom” by the Heritage Foundation for the third consecutive year. This recognition is attributed to Florida’s policies promoting school choice, parental rights, and transparency in education. While the ranking might look like a triumph for Florida’s education system, a closer…

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National Cheeseburger Day Promos from McDonald’s and Wendy’s Leave Seniors Behind

As fast food chains roll out enticing offers for National Cheeseburger Day, seniors who struggle with technology may find themselves left out. McDonald’s, Wendy’s, and Burger King have announced deals that include double cheeseburgers for as low as 50 cents and even 1-cent promotions, but these offers are only available to customers who use the…

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Florida Condo Crisis: DeSantis Delays Action as Evictions Loom

Governor Ron DeSantis recently convened a roundtable with condominium owners and association leaders to discuss the growing concerns stemming from the implementation of new condo safety legislation. This meeting, held on September 9, 2024, focused on the financial and logistical challenges that condo owners are facing as they work to meet the safety and inspection…

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Opinion: DeSantis Sends Police to Silence Voters While Forcing Families to Raise Starving Kids

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is making headlines again, but not for anything good. This time, he’s pushing policies that force people to have children, even if they can’t afford it, and then leaves those families without help once the kids are born. DeSantis recently signed a law that bans reproductive decisions after six weeks, which…

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DeSantis’ October 1st Law Adds Injury To Insult As Evicted Condo And Apartment Owners In Florida Face Homelessness

As October 1 approaches, when HB 1365 takes effect, Florida’s homeless population faces increased displacement. With shelter space limited and little funding available to expand services, many cities are ill-prepared to handle the growing crisis. The law empowers private citizens to sue municipalities that fail to remove homeless encampments, further straining local governments. Florida’s housing…

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Bank of America’s $24 Minimum Wage Hike Overtakes Newsom’s California Plan: Inflation Concerns Rise

As Bank of America raises its minimum hourly wage to $24, surpassing California’s newly approved $20 minimum wage for fast-food workers, questions are surfacing about how these increases could exacerbate already rising inflation. With inflation already a significant concern for consumers and policymakers, such substantial wage hikes across industries may contribute to further price increases,…

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McDonald’s Vacates Some Walmart Stores In California as Newsom’s Minimum Wage Law Prices Out Consumers

McDonald’s is reducing its presence inside Walmart stores across the U.S., but in California, part of the driving force behind these closures is not just changing consumer habits but also rising costs, including the impact of Governor Gavin Newsom’s minimum wage increase. Fast food prices have already been rising, but the higher labor costs in…

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