Florida Bill Could Lead to a $35,000 Fine for Accusing Someone of Racism

“More attempts to chill free speech in the ‘free’ State of Florida,” said one Democratic lawmaker.

Florida State Sen. Jason Brodeur (R) recently introduced a bill that would revoke certain privileges from journalists in the state, including the right to keep sources anonymous. The bill would also make accusing someone of racism, sexism, homophobia or transphobia defamatory, even if the accusation is based on a person’s “scientific or religious beliefs.” “More attempts to chill free speech in...

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