In this episode: A little over one year ago, Ron DeSantis signed one of the most divisive and polarizing pieces of legislation of his first term as Florida governor. And then, while everyone was focused on that fight, DeSantis quietly signed another bill: One that increased taxes on Floridians by more than $1 billion a year... and gave all that money to businesses. (Transcript)
Further reading:
Seeking Rents: In his first term as governor, Ron DeSantis has raised taxes on Floridians by more than $1 billion
Orlando Sentinel: Lobbyists for Amazon, Walmart and other big businesses are writing a law to collect Florida sales tax online
Tallahassee Democrat: Just before midnight, Florida governor reveals he's signed online sales tax bill
WPTV: Gov. Ron DeSantis quietly signs online sales tax bill into law
The St. Augustine Record (2013): Fla. retailers 'disappointed' in DeSantis' opposition to Internet sales tax
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Ron DeSantis took money from you and gave it to businesses. And you didn’t even notice.