Our 2023 Legislative Priorities: Fighting for what matters.

Author: Jonathan Webber

Governor DeSantis’ Voter Intimidation Office Intimidates Voters in Run up to 2022 Election

Earlier this year, the Florida Legislature passed a bill which Governor DeSantis signed into law to create the state's first Office of Election Crimes and Security. This new office was tasked with investigating crimes and enforcing laws related to voter fraud. To be clear: voter

Press Statement: FCV’s Jonathan Webber Responds to Governor DeSantis’ Veto of HB 741

Tallahassee, FL (April 27, 2022) - FCV's Deputy Director, Jonathan Webber, Responds to Governor DeSantis' Veto of HB 741: “There is no way the Sunshine State would let the legislature take away our right to affordable rooftop solar panels without a fight. That’s why tens

Citizens’ Initiatives are Core to the Conservation Voter Movement in Florida

Article XI, Section 3 of the Florida State Constitution guarantees the right of Floridians to propose constitutional amendments through a ballot initiative. Time and again, Florida voters of all political persuasions have used this process to improve their lives. From ensuring there is water and

Fair Districts Protect our Freedoms

The most important part of our government is the idea of equal representation. Every vote should carry the same weight. But depending on how political district boundaries are drawn, it is possible to minimize the impact of particular groups of people. Deliberately drawing districts to