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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is seen during a news conference Thursday, April 2, 2020. [The Florida Channel]
You made a mess, Gov. DeSantis. Clean it up. Now. | Editorial
DeSantis’ twin stay-at-home orders are confusing local officials and at odds with his own comments.
Apr. 3• Opinion
Three ways the state could help Floridians survive | Editorial
The Florida Capitol. [SCOTT KEELER | Times] [SCOTT KEELER | Tampa Bay Times]
Even as coronavirus deaths rise, lawmakers should start brianstorming ways to help residents and stem the economic fallout.
Apr. 3• Opinion
Pull together as federal help is on the way | Charlie Crist
U.S. Rep. Charlie Crist, D-St. Petersburg. (Times files)
These are unprecedented times, and the recent federal legislation should help families and businesses survive, the U.S. House member from St. Petersburg writes.
Apr. 3• Opinion
Florida’s response to crisis reflects care, balance | Wilton Simpson
Senator Wilton Simpson, R- Trilby, will become president of the Florida Senate after the November elections. [SCOTT KEELER | Tampa Bay Times]
Floridians are doing their part and the front-line responders are making heroic efforts, the incoming president of the Florida Senate writes.
Apr. 3• Opinion

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