FL: Social Justice
Friday, September 20, 2024
New OSHA rule aims to protect Florida workers from deadly heat
A new federal proposal to protect workers from extreme heat is being hailed as a potential lifesaver by labor advocates, even as Florida faces …
Black girls' safety in schools: Miami-Dade study makes urgent call for change
A new report shows Black girls are enduring disproportionate discipline, sexual harassment and public humiliation from school-based police and …
Silencing dissent: Where can students debate Israel-Palestinian conflict?
As the Israel-Hamas conflict continues, students find it hard to freely express opinions as universities shut down groups due to political tensions …
FL GOP bill could ban rainbow flags in schools, government buildings
Another GOP proposal is sparking controversy in Florida over freedom of expression, as it aims to ban rainbow flags from being displayed. House Bill …
Heat crisis in FL prisons: Lawmakers urged to add air conditioning
Florida lawmakers are being asked to use the winter months to swiftly install air conditioning in prison housing units before the return of scorching …
A Challenge to Help Redesign Higher-Ed Admissions Process
If applying for college was not so difficult, maybe more people would enroll, which is the premise of a new challenge to states and universities…
Florida's Medicaid Redetermination Issues, Coverage Losses in Spotlight
Health policy experts are highlighting a multitude of concerns regarding Florida's Medicaid Redetermination process, claiming it results in a lack of …
Florida's New Teachings on Slavery 'Offensive,' Distort Brutal Reality
As Gov. Ron DeSantis promotes claims that enslaved people developed skills for their personal benefit, and is requiring those teachings to middle …
New Campaign Works to Aid FL, US Public Education
A new campaign is working to invigorate public schools across Florida and the U.S. The American Federation of Teachers - Real Solutions for Kids …
Nueva campaña en favor de la educación pública en FL y EE.UU.
Una nueva campaña pretende reavivar las escuelas públicas de Florida y Estados Unidos. La campaña Real Solutions for Kids and …
Some New College of Florida Students Feel 'Trapped' in 'Hostile Takeover'
Following what's described as a "hostile takeover" by right-wing conservatives, at the progressive New College of Florida, students and prospective …
Could Legislation Targeting Public-Sector Unions Threaten Academic Freedom?
Union leaders and public-sector workers say bills advancing in the Florida Legislature, if passed, will strip them of their representation and could …