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African American studies class blocked in Florida high schools

ALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration has blocked a new Advanced Placement course on African American studies from being taught in high schools, saying it violates state law and is historically inaccurate. The state education department rejected the program in a letter last week to the College Board, which oversees AP classes.Continue reading “African American studies class blocked in Florida high schools”

DeSantis Seeking Storm Aid He Once Opposed For Other States

Disney government dissolution bill signed by DeSantis

(AP) — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill on Friday to dissolve the private government Walt Disney World controls on its property in the state, punishing the entertainment giant for opposing a new law that critics call “Don’t Say Gay.” The move is expected to have huge tax implications for Disney and further sour theContinue reading “Disney government dissolution bill signed by DeSantis”