Seeking Rents
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A sneak attack on Florida state parks
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A sneak attack on Florida state parks

A secretive plan to chew up parts of nine state parks for golf courses, hotels and pickleball courts erupts in disaster for Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.

In this episode: With help from some politically plugged-in groups, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis hatched a plan to build golf courses, hotels and pickleball courts on state parkland across Florida. But the plans leaked — and blew up in his face. Legendary Florida environmental journalist Craig Pittman joins the show to discuss the controversy.

Show notes

Get the latest updates on DeSantis’ state park plan from the Tampa Bay Times, which has been on top of the story from day one.

Read Craig Pittman’s unique perspective on the controversy at the Florida Phoenix. Then check out his podcast. And his books, too!

Questions or comments? Send ‘em to Garcia.JasonR@gmail.com

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Seeking Rents
Seeking Rents – The Podcast
"Rent-seeking" is a term in economics that describes when a corporation uses its political influence to twist tax laws and other public policy in its favor. Seeking Rents – The Podcast brings you the stories of how that's happening in Florida, where corporate interests like Florida Power & Light, Big Sugar, and Walt Disney World wield enormous influence everywhere from local city halls to the state Capitol. Hosted by award-winning journalist Jason Garcia, Florida's leading corporate-accountability reporter.