Giselle is Floricua’s political correspondent. She writes about the economy, environmental and social justice, and all things Latino. A published author, Giselle was born in Havana and grew up in New Jersey and Miami. She is passionate about equality, books, and cats.
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Latest from Giselle Balido
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Senate Panel Moves To Protect Confederate Monuments in Florida
As a result of the Republican sponsored legislation, local governments across the state could be sued if they remove the controversial memorials.
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Why Can’t Florida Fix Its Housing Crisis? The GOP Legislature Won’t Use This Program.
Democratic House Minority Leader Fentrice Driskell breaks down why more Floridians are finding it hard to pay rent. Efforts to fix the problem are not enough.
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Proposed Republican Legislation Removes Protections for Unmarried or Widowed Nursing Home Residents Who Die
The bill adds fuel to Florida’s problematic history with nursing homes, one that has been long riddled with allegations of abuse and neglect.
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1 In 8 Florida High School Seniors Won’t Attend a State School Due to DeSantis’s Education Policies
With his growing culture wars and anti- “woke” rhetoric that target public education, the Republican governor could drive Florida’s young people out of state.
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DeSantis Quietly Signs Concealed Permitless Carry Bill into Law
With only the bill’s sponsors and supporters like the National Rifle Association in attendance, the governor made Florida the 26th state to pass permitless carry legislation. The Sunshine State is ranked #2 in mass shootings across the nation.
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Florida House Panel Approves Interest Rate Hikes Up To 36% For Consumer Loans
The Republican sponsored legislation could have a severe impact on people in financial trouble, or who have poor credit histories.
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Democrat Kathy Castor Urges DeSantis to Protect Medicaid Health Insurance for Children and Families
In states like Florida, where Republican leaders continue to reject Medicaid expansion, this could disproportionately affect Black and Latino people.
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5 Top Florida Boutique Hotels for Every Taste
Whether you dream of an oceanfront veranda, a quiet retreat surrounded by lush vegetation, or to be in the middle of the Magic City’s hustle and bustle, these accommodations have something for you.
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Florida Republicans Reject Millions in Federal Funds for Gun Violence Prevention
The state, which ranks #2 in mass shootings nationwide, turned down funds designated to support potentially life-saving programs like the state’s “red flag laws.”
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Gov. DeSantis Is ‘Not Ready’ for the White House, Some Republicans Say
The Lincoln Project blasted the Florida governor for his response to a question about “the day every American can never forget.”
