Free Speech

This week on "The Florida Roundup," we spoke about the revised ballot language for Florida’s property tax amendment, how the measure would impact funding for Florida’s network of children’s trust services and more.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission accessed driver's license records of critics, citing safety concerns. On "Florida Matters Live & Local," we look into what this means for free speech and hear from one man who is "afraid" he could be set up.

Vinita Prabakhar, who taught English at the Highlands County college, said she was terminated for assigning students the short story "Bettering Myself."

DeSantis pushed for the law to prevent “indoctrination” in university classrooms, but some professors say it instead made Florida’s students look like “they’re incapable of original thought.”

The controversial law was signed by Florida's Republican governor in 2022, but an injunction by a lower court prevented it from being implemented in college classrooms while the legal battle ensued.

What can teachers say when they're off duty? First Amendment experts say cases are playing out across the country. Someday, the Supreme Court could weigh in.

Ye is bringing his tour to Raymond James Stadium this weekend despite a push by Sen. Rick Scott to cancel over the performer's antisemitic statements. We delve into the controversy.

The budget may be complete, but lawmakers are back at the Capitol to cut property taxes. We take a look at the governor's plan. Also, have you ever worried that something you posted online could affect your job?

On "Florida Matters Live & Local," we spoke with the makers of the film "First They Came for My College." It examines government influence at New College of Florida in Sarasota.

Nine artists have filed claims against the city of Sarasota, alleging their rights were violated when officials removed pavement art in response to a state directive from the Florida Department of Transportation.

On "Florida Matters Live & Local," the school's new leader touched on several topics, including training students on civility and the potential USF Sarasota-Manatee campus transfer.

As political polarization deepens, Sarasota-based nonprofit Conversations Across the Aisle (CATA) brings together people from across the political spectrum for facilitated dinners designed to replace debate with curiosity and understanding.