Latest Stories By Yacob Reyes

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What would state laws look like in a post-Roe world?

The leak of an early draft ruling on a hotly contested Supreme Court abortion case has focused attention on what might happen if Roe v. Wade — the five-decade-old precedent requiring national access to abortion — is overturned. Prior to the Roe decision in 1973, abortion was illegal in many states, but states were gradually […]
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Fact-checking Fried, DeSantis claims about Florida’s investments in Russia

States across the U.S. have scrambled to punish Russia financially over its invasion of Ukraine by drawing down investments into Russia-backed entities. In Florida, there’s been a lot of talk about state investments with Russian ties — but so far, no action.  The state’s retirement system, which is the fourth largest in the nation, has […]
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‘Don’t say gay’ vs. ‘parental rights’: Fact-checking claims about Florida’s HB 1557

Florida classrooms have become a site of regular battles in the culture wars. The most recent fight is over sexual orientation and gender identity. State lawmakers approved a bill that would prohibit classroom instruction on these issues in kindergarten through third grade. HB 1557 awaits the signature of Gov. Ron DeSantis, a Republican who has […]
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