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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House Democrats Blast DeSantis Over Affordable Housing Crisis
Years of “sweeping” money from the Sadowski Housing Trust Fund to fund other things have resulted in 94,000 foregone affordable housing units, says The Florida Housing Coalition.
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¿Vives en Orlando y necesitas ayuda con el alquiler? Ya puedes solicitarla en línea.
El programa es financiado con $6.8 millones de los Fondos de Ayuda COVID-19 del Departamento del Tesoro de Estados Unidos.
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Charlie Crist Unveils Plan to Tackle Florida’s Housing Affordability Crisis
The 2022 Democratic candidate for state governor promises to work with local governments to meet housing affordability goals across the state.
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Conservative Group Fights to Ban Books From Polk Schools, Calling Them Pornographic
The move has been publicly opposed by the American Library Association, calling the free exchange of ideas “essential to the preservation of a free and democratic society.”
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After GOP Blocks Voting Rights Bill, Florida Democrats Say, ‘The Fight Is Not Over!’
Senate Republicans last week blocked the Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act, prompting state Democrats to rally to support state bills that could counter the impact of Florida’s new elections law signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis last spring.
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Children’s Safety: The 2021 ‘Trouble in Toyland’ Report Is Here
Christmas is a time of giving! But Santas, parents, and gift buyers need to be aware of hazardous toys on the shelves. This report shares some useful information.
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Recipes to Enjoy a Boricua Plant-Based Thanksgiving!
Four Boricua holiday classics, including arroz con gandules, ensalada de papa, y el indispensable coquito: They are all meatless and/or free of animal products, and all delish. More good news? They’re easy to prepare, too! Se acerca el Día de Acción de Gracias, and after a year that has been trying for so many, you…
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Libros con sabor a Borinquen
Whether it’s a juicy novel or a fascinating biography, these exciting new books by Puerto Rican authors will help you connect with your roots during this Mes de la Hispanidad. Así que ponlos en tu reading list ¡ya!
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William Sanchez: Fighting for the People
A vocal proponent of affordable housing, universal child care, Biden’s Immigration Act of 2021, and Medicare for All, Sanchez believes the decisions Sen. Marco Rubio has been making “are not in the best interest of Floridians.” That is why he is running to oust him in 2022.
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Rep. Ben Diamond Believes in ‘Common-Sense Policies That Reward Hard Work’
As he runs for Congress in 2022, the Democratic representative from Pinellas County promises to “create an economy that gives every working Floridian a fair shot at the American Dream.”
