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DeSantis Signals Support for ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Bill

February 7, 2022 · 3:11 pm ET · Leave a Comment

“Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) appeared Monday to voice support for a controversial state bill that would ban certain discussions about sexual orientation and gender identity in the classroom,” CNN reports.

“It’s the first time DeSantis has publicly signaled support for an effort by state Republican lawmakers to shut down certain conversations in schools about sexual orientation and gender identity. Though he didn’t directly say whether he would sign the bill if it reached his desk when asked about it Monday, DeSantis’ remarks appeared to strongly suggest he is supportive.”

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