#40 Senator Shevrin Jones Thinks Florida is in Play

The Play Typer Guy

In this week’s episode, Florida state senator Shevrin Jones discusses the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, climate change, and the Democrats’ chances in this year’s elections.

You will hear:

• Policy conversations that need to be happening, even in states like Florida where the current government officials want to wipe anything to do with climate change off the map, especially with an annual hurricane season that seems to be getting worse every year
• Why Republicans are more focused on excluding marginalized communities in lawmaking than on solving problems that affect all Americans
• How gerrymandering impacts the voices of the people at the ballot box, including silencing those who don’t serve the purpose of the current party in power
• Is Florida actually a red state or is it a purple state that has been demoralized?
• And more!

Guest Info:

A Florida native, born and raised in Miami Gardens (Carol City), Shevrin Jones has called West Park home for nearly two decades. After teaching A.P. Chemistry in Broward County Public Schools, he served as Executive Director of South Florida Reading Corps. He also founded South Florida Youth Summit, the largest gathering of young people in South Florida, and LEAD Nation, one of South Florida’s top organizations for leadership training. As a teacher, leader, and legislator, Shev has always fought to expand opportunities for our kids.

Before his election to the State Senate, Shev served in the Florida House from 2013-2018. From advocating and securing funding for youth mentoring to championing legislation that increases transparency between the public and law enforcement, he consistently fought for real change. Shev has a track record of working collaboratively to get the job done for our community, even as a member of the minority party.

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Shevrin Jones website: https://shevrinjones.com/
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