Published 21 days ago

Federal judge blocks Florida's pronoun restriction law for teachers

Florida teachers are challenging a law banning the use of certain pronouns in public schools, citing First Amendment concerns.
One teacher received a preliminary injunction, while another's was denied due to lack of evidence.
The judge ruled that the law penalizes protected speech and that it conflicts with federal discrimination protections.

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The Guardian

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