Episode 39: Abort
This episode explores the issues surrounding abortion and gun violence In the wake of the deadly shootings at a Planned Parenthood center in Colorado Springs. John Stemberger, president of the Florida Family Council tells Gomes why he’s postponing his rally in Tallahassee to defund the organization. Meanwhile Planned Parenthood’s Missy Wesolowski explains how they are moving forward with their mission of providing reproductive health care. Florida’s newly selected Senate President Joe Negron discusses his priorities and plans to unify the chamber. University of South Florida Political Scientist Susan MacManus warns against flawed polling data driving the presidential race and she discusses the state’s new congressional district map.
Also, Sen. Anitere Flores, R- Miami, makes the case for why anyone interested in Florida politics, should be listening to The Rotunda each week!