Critics condemn GOP bill as “fascist” for targeting Florida Democratic Party

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Controversial Florida Bill Seeks to Cancel Democratic Party

Republican Lawmaker in Florida Proposes Bill to Cancel Democratic Party, Disenfranchise Millions of Voters

In a shocking move that has sparked outrage and condemnation, Republican state Senator Blaise Ingoglia of Florida has introduced Senate Bill 1248, also known as “The Ultimate Cancel Act,” which aims to effectively dismantle the Democratic Party in the state.

The bill, which references right-wing grievances about cancel culture, seeks to cancel the filings, registration, and approved status of a political party if its platform has previously advocated for or supported slavery or involuntary servitude. While the bill does not explicitly mention the Democratic Party, its implications are clear.

The history of the Democratic Party’s support for slavery and white supremacy in the past is well-documented, but critics argue that this bill is a blatant attempt to disenfranchise millions of voters and undermine the democratic process.

If passed, the bill would prevent registered Democrats in Florida from participating in primary elections, as their party affiliation would automatically change to unaffiliated, effectively shutting them out of the voting process to select candidates for the general election.

The Florida Democratic Party has condemned the legislation, calling it unconstitutional and unserious. Chair Nikki Fried went further, denouncing the bill as a dictatorial and fascist move by the radical Republican party.

This controversial bill has reignited debates about voter suppression, historical revisionism, and the erosion of democratic norms in the state of Florida. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.

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