Floridians For Democracy Institute

05/11/2026

A federal appeals court has ruled that Alligator Alcatraz can remain open while litigation over land continues! Read the full story linked below.

An appeals court ruled the migrant detention site may continue operating in the fragile Everglades, while litigation over the environmental impacts proceeds.

05/11/2026

https://floridatrib.org/2026/05/06/a-secret-ice-directive-is-testing-one-of-floridas-strongest-traditions-open-government/

A new directive from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, issued in secrecy, bars local law enforcement agencies across Florida from answering questions about their role in immigration enforcement, raising concerns about transparency and whether public records are being lawfully observed.

04/27/2026

Save the Date! 📣

What's happening in Tallahassee is affecting all of us -- and it's more important now than ever that our community knows the full story.

The Equal Ground 2026 Legislative Debrief Tour is coming to Lee County! Join us as we break down what happened this legislative session, what new laws mean for our community, and how we take action together.

📅 Saturday, May 16th
⏰ 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
📍 Friendship Baptist Church, 2030 Palm Ave, Fort Myers, FL 33916
🔗 RSVP: https://www.mobilize.us/equalground/event/939748/

Share this with someone who needs to be in the room💪

04/24/2026

Floridians for Democracy Institute invites you to a Legislative Update!📣

Representative Adam Botana is hosting a discussion this Thursday, April 30th, to share recent legislative developments, key policy updates, and what they mean for our community.

📅 When: Thursday, April 30th | 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
📍 Where: Sugarshack Downtown (27421 Old 41 Rd, Bonita Springs, FL)

RSVP by April 27th to Lissie Warriner at [email protected]

See you there!

04/22/2026

There is no Planet B.

Earth Day is a reminder that what we share, we must steward, our environment and our democracy alike. Both depend on participation, accountability, and a commitment to future generations🌎

04/13/2026

🚨JOIN US TOMORROW🚨

Join Floridians for Democracy for a rapid-response briefing on the governor-called special session, the renewed threat of mid-decade redistricting, and how citizens across the state can organize, advocate, and take action against further gerrymandering.

Tomorrow, April 14th at 7pm
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Bt4RfxnuQ1i-ET-IX95H2w #/registration

04/09/2026

Listen in as Floridians for Democracy Institute's Bob Schaffer discusses the Florida legislative session, including key pro-democracy bills, harmful proposals, and what they could mean for voting rights, civic participation, and fair representation.

Listen in as Floridians for Democracy Institute's Bob Schaffer discusses the Florida legislative session, including key pro-democracy bills, harmful proposal...

04/07/2026

🚨TONIGHT at 7PM!🚨

Don't miss your opportunity to join Floridians for Democracy Institute's Bob Schaffer for a timely conversation on the Florida legislative session, including key pro-democracy bills, harmful proposals, and what they could mean for voting rights, civic participation, and fair representation.

April 7th - 7pm
Florida’s 2026 Legislative Session: The Good, the Bad & the Fight for Your Voting Rights

Register Today!
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/qlB9fZs0TYOxFB5Ai0D3jQ?fbclid=IwY2xjawRB-z9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeRx2KL6x_q2Y1Kedyr9bokrN33WH7VAW3jAHVGM0o9rUoJorB3ulBPabm-d8_aem_7JikHU7PtipSedLZ1se5qA #/registration

04/03/2026

Florida’s democracy is on the line again.

Join Floridians for Democracy for a rapid-response briefing on the governor-called special session, the renewed threat of mid-decade redistricting, and how citizens across the state can organize, advocate, and take action against further gerrymandering.

April 14th 7pm
Stop the Power Grab: Mid-Decade Redistricting and Florida’s Special Session
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Bt4RfxnuQ1i-ET-IX95H2w?fbclid=IwY2xjawQ7a6xleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe1Ec_Eg0MXWqKXlV6eG41KCcy-mSGtXFPqhHnynS4TEweG-NQPdxOKjP90l8_aem_ES5I-PhSQLpQwYQfpbz9Gw #/registration

04/02/2026

Join Floridians for Democracy Institute's Bob Schaffer for a timely conversation on the Florida legislative session, including key pro-democracy bills, harmful proposals, and what they could mean for voting rights, civic participation, and fair representation.

April 7th - 7pm
Florida’s 2026 Legislative Session: The Good, the Bad & the Fight for Your Voting Rights

Register Today!

03/31/2026

Florida’s democracy is on the line again.

Join Floridians for Democracy for a rapid-response briefing on the governor-called special session, the renewed threat of mid-decade redistricting, and how citizens across the state can organize, advocate, and take action against further gerrymandering.

April 14th 7pm
Stop the Power Grab: Mid-Decade Redistricting and Florida’s Special Session

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Stop Mid-Decade Redistricting; Amy Keith, Common Cause Florida. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.