Category Archives: DEC News

Post-Parkland, Brackett, legislators play Russian roulette with Florida gun laws

Treasure Coast Newspapers, Feb. 19, 2024 Critical and consistent thinking seems to be in short supply among our state legislators. The same people convinced no one under 18 can be ...

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Opportunities to Get Involved

We need your help! Our voter registration team leaders are eager to meet you. Pop into the office Monday at 11:30 a.m. to learn how you can join the team ...

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Measles Outbreak

Following news of a measles outbreak in Broward County Schools, Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo issued guidance to parents that ignores accepted medical practice. Once again, Florida’s Surgeon General Joseph ...

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Book Ban Backstep?

Senate President Kathleen Passidomo is backing efforts to limit book challenges in Florida’s public schools, suggesting that recent challenges have gone too far. The move that could reduce the number of ...

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UPDATE On Florida Threat To IVF

“Legally designating a fetus as a person with rights, including the right to life from the moment of conception diminishes the rights of women and mothers, opening the door for ...

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Join the Voter Registration Team

Our voter registration team leaders are eager to meet you! Pop into the office Monday at 11:30 a.m. to learn how you can join the team and register voters across ...

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Social Media Intern Position

Join Our Team: Democrats of Indian River Seek Social Media Intern for 2024 Election Year Are you passionate about politics and skilled in crafting engaging social media content to drive ...

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Seeking Committee Leaders

Staying actively engaged and well-informed about local government affairs is crucial. Democrats of Indian River is currently seeking to strengthen our committees that interact with the community and participate in local government ...

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2024 Legislative Session Update

Week 6 of the 2024 Florida Legislative Session has concluded, with the Legislature scheduled to remain in session until March 8th. Regrettably, Florida Republicans persist in being disconnected from the ...

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Abortion Amendment Update

Last Wednesday, the Florida Supreme Court heard oral arguments in the judicial review process for Amendment 4 — the ballot initiative enshrining a right to reproductive freedom in the Florida ...

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