The NAACP says blacks, other people of color, and the LGBTQ community should avoid Florida due to the policies of Governor Ron DeSantis. The “civil rights” organization says that the state is openly hostile toward African Americans. They cite specific policies such as eliminating “DEI” programs (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion). The often-repeated misleading claim of DeSantis attempting to eliminate black history courses was also repeated. The accusations against DeSantis come at an interesting time. The very popular Florida Governor is expected to announce his Presidential run for the Republican party very soon. The Sunshine State is one of the most popular destinations in the country with a whopping 1,600 new people moving there every day.
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NAACP Issues Travel Advisory for Florida in Response to DeSantis DEI Bill – The New York Times
“I Can’t Teach Like This”: Florida’s Education Brain Drain Is Hitting Public Schools Hard | Vanity Fair
NAACP travel advisory warns Florida is ‘openly hostile toward African Americans’ | CNN
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor speaks out after NAACP issues travel advisory for Florida | WFLA
NAACP president explains why it issued Florida travel advisory – POLITICO
MLK’s daughter jabs Cruz over NAACP Florida travel advisory | The Hill
NAACP issues travel advisory for Florida, saying the state is ‘openly hostile toward African Americans’ under Gov. DeSantis’ administration – CBS Miami
Florida travel advisory issued by state LGBTQ civil rights group – ABC News
