We Are Florida Watch
A progressive, digital-first organization voicing the concerns and priorities of everyday Floridians. Our mission: serve truth, hold our leaders accountable, and empower voters to create positive change.
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WHAT WE STAND FOR
FREEDOM TO BE SAFE
We need reasonable safety restrictions on gun ownership like background checks, permits, and training that keep our communities safe without banning guns.
FREEDOM TO HAVE SAFE, SECURE, AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Floridians deserve to have a secure place to call home. To create the economic conditions for Floridians’ success, the state government should cap rent, utility rates, and property insurance rate increases.
FREEDOM TO BE HEALTHY
Every Floridian, regardless of how much money we earn or who we love, deserves the freedom to be healthy, prosperous, and safe– that starts with not having to choose between paying for basic necessities or seeing the doctor.
FREEDOM TO PROSPER
Working people and small businesses drive Florida's economy. It's time for corporate elites to pay what they owe, instead of price gouging us and keeping our wages low.
Freedom to Learn
In Florida, the freedom to learn means that our kids learn honest history in a safe, inclusive environment. We must protect academic freedom and provide our public schools, educators, and students with the resources they need to succeed.
Freedom to Vote
Floridians deserve the freedom to have a say in decisions that impact our lives. Voters pick our leaders -- leaders do not get to pick and choose their voters.
Latest Updates
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STATEMENTS: Progress Florida & Florida Watch Call for Real Solutions for Floridians During 2025 Session
TALLAHASSEE – Today, the 2025 Florida Legislative Session will begin in Tallahassee amidst a historic affordability crisis in the state that is top of mind
STATEMENT: Florida Watch Highlights Higher Costs & Fewer Freedoms Under US Senate Appointee Ashley Moody
TALLAHASSEE – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody to the United States Senate seat being vacated by US
Informed Voters’ Guide to the Amendments on Florida’s Ballot Released
As Floridians prepare to cast their votes in the historic 2024 General Election, Progress Florida and Florida Watch have launched the Informed Voters’ Guide to the
Legislative report card lets Floridians know which lawmakers put ‘People First’
Which state legislators put people ahead of powerful special interests and which did not? Find out at www.FloridaReportCard.com. TALLAHASSEE –– Public interest groups Progress Florida and Florida
FLASHBACK: Rick Scott’s $1.3 Billion Cut to Public Education
TALLAHASSEE — As the school year comes to a close for families across Florida over the next few weeks, many students throughout the state have
SCOTT WATCH DEBUTS “SHAPESHIFTER” DIGITAL VIDEO
TALLAHASSEE — In the Sunshine State, Senator Rick Scott has been a dark political force casting a shadow over the freedoms of the people of
