by Brian Burgess | May 18, 2023
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed HB 551, requiring inclusion of African American history in school curriculum, undercutting previous criticism of his stance on the subject. The bill, which passed unanimously in the Florida House and Senate, covers a broad spectrum...
by Brian Burgess | May 15, 2023
With Republican supermajorities helping Governor Ron DeSantis deliver on his electoral mandate, Democrats and other GOP opponents have turned to the courts as a last line of defense. Legal bills are starting to pile up, and Democrats are blaming DeSantis for wasting...
by Brian Burgess | May 7, 2023
The 2023 Florida legislative session concluded an hour ahead of schedule on Friday, with the Republican-majority House and Senate approving a record $117 billion state budget, accompanied by a $1.3 billion tax cut package. Despite vocal opposition by Democrats over...
by Brian Burgess | May 4, 2023
Are you a freelance writer with a passion for business, policy, and politics in Florida? The Capitolist, after seven successful years, is expanding and enhancing our coverage of the state’s key players, industries, and policymakers. Our mission is to help...
by Bethany Blankley - The Center Square | May 1, 2023
Florida ranks as the second-best state for business in the U.S., just behind Texas, according to the 2023 Chief Executive Best and Worst States for Business report. The state’s low taxes and strong stance against pandemic-related business shutdowns contributed...
by Brian Burgess | Apr 24, 2023
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis commends Japan’s efforts to boost defense spending during a meeting with Prime Minister Fumio Kishida in Tokyo, marking the start of a four-nation tour. DeSantis seeks to deepen economic ties with Japan, exploring opportunities for...
