What does “woke” actually mean? And how does one legislate against it? Each week throughout Florida's legislative session, the Miami Herald Editorial Board dives deep into the culture wars that have dominated Florida's political landscape. We'll discuss book bans, DeSantis’ presidential aspirations and the re-shaping of our state university system. Join us for a spirited, no-holds-barred discussion on why Florida has become the epicenter of the 'war on woke.'
Woke Wars
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What does “woke” actually mean? And how does one legislate against it? Each week throughout Florida's legislative session, the Miami Herald Editorial Board dives deep into the culture wars that have dominated Florida's political landscape. We'll discuss book bans, DeSantis’ presidential aspirations and the re-shaping of our state university system. Join us for a spirited, no-holds-barred discussion on why Florida has become the epicenter of the 'war on woke.'
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April 27, 2023
How free is the free state of Florida?
Florida is all about being free these days, according to Gov. Ron DeSantis. He can’t say it often enough, it seems. He wrote a book he called “The Courage to be Free.” He’s called the state a “citadel of freedom.” His budget is called a “framework of freedom.” His inauguration speech used the word “freedom” 12 times — and the speech was only about 16 minutes long. But his words run counter to a lot of his actions and the actions of the state Legislature as they hand him as many “wins” as possible before he officially declares he’s running for president. They’re imposing all sorts of restrictions on freedom in Florida. From abortion and free speech — just ask Disney — to what’s taught in public schools, DeSantis and the Republicans running the state are intent on curtailing some rights to favor others. In this episode you'll hear from Editorial Board members Isadora Rangel, Luisa Yanez and Nancy Ancrum. Special thanks to WLRN studios in downtown Miami. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
April 20, 2023
Do all parents have ‘parental rights’ in Florida?
The term "parental rights" has become a most useful tool in the state’s education politics. DeSantis has used the term to describe his efforts to give parents more control over how their child is educated at school. On its face, it’s well-founded desire. Teachers and faculty want involved parents. However, the governor has turned that useful tool into a blunt instrument with which parents — especially white ones in his base — have struck blows against so much of what education is supposed to be about — expanding young, curious minds — both in grades K-12 and at the university level. In this episode you'll hear from Editorial Board members Nancy Ancrum and Amy Driscoll, and audience engagement producer Lauren Costantino. Special thanks for WLRN studios in downtown Miami. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
April 13, 2023
Can DeSantis beat the (so far) unbeatable Trump?
Donald Trump mastered the art of grievance politics. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis perfected it and showed how an ambitious politician can make them the law, injecting culture wars into every facet of policy. Now that master and disciple are likely to face off in the 2024 Republican presidential primaries, we’re about to find out how DeSantis will fare against an opponent like no other. Trump, known for never pulling punches, still has immense appeal with GOP voters despite — or, perhaps, because of — his legal problems. DeSantis must walk a tightrope. How much can he criticize the former president without angering his base — the same people DeSantis will need? In this episode you'll hear from Miami Herald Editorial Board members, Isadora Rangel, Luisa Yanez and Nancy Ancrum. Special thanks to WLRN studios in downtown Miami. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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