OPINION: “A Republic, If You Can Keep It”
Guest Mike Behr argues constitutional amendments at the state level are not the best way to do government in the Sunshine State
2024 Local Election Results for Okaloosa County
In Okaloosa County’s general election, around 75% of eligible voters cast their ballots, showing strong support for Republican candidates and certain statewide measures. Notable outcomes included the re-election of Matt Gaetz and Senator Rick Scott, the continuation of the EDATE Tax Exemption, and the passing of amendments two and five. However, amendments for recreational marijuana and extended abortion access fell short of the 60% threshold required for state constitutional inclusion.
Ballot Amendments Are A Bad Way To Do Government – Here’s Why:
Ballot amendments are a great way for some legislators to get out of making hard decisions that may be unpopular, writes Christopher Saul in our op-ed
