Florida to End All Vaccine Mandates
Gov. Ron DeSantis. Source: Vox
TALLAHASSEE — Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo announced the state will eliminate all vaccine mandates, including for schoolchildren, to resounding applause at a Wednesday news conference. Joined by Governor Ron DeSantis, Ladapo unveiled the Florida Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission, aimed at promoting medical freedom and transparency.
“Every vaccine mandate is wrong and drips with disdain and slavery!” Ladapo declared, emphasizing individual choice. “Your body is a gift from God. No one has the right to dictate what goes into it.” Currently, Florida parents must seek religious or medical exemptions for their children.
The MAHA Commission will focus on clean food, chronic disease prevention, and restoring trust in healthcare, DeSantis explained. It will prioritize individual rights, informed consent, and market innovation while reducing regulatory burdens.
This move contrasts with states like Massachusetts, where proposed laws would end religious exemptions for school vaccines. Florida’s push follows growing skepticism toward vaccines, fueled by concerns over COVID-19 shots and their development using aborted fetal cells, reigniting moral and health debates nationwide.
Read also
Ancient Monastic Complex Found in Egypt
A newly discovered Egyptian site highlights the scale and sophistication of early monastic life.
Ukrainian Protodeacon Alleges False Prosecutions of Priests
Protodeacon Novinsky alleges widespread fabrication in cases against Ukrainian Orthodox clergy.
Abp. Mark Visits Holy Apostles Parish for Lenten Weekend
Abp. Mark’s visit blended worship, teaching, and encouragement during the Lenten journey.
Abp. Alexei Delivers Lenten Homily in Anchorage
A Lenten homily in Alaska called the faithful back to patient, step-by-step transformation in Christ.
Albania Census Shows Muslims No Longer Majority
For the first time in centuries, Albania’s Muslim majority has slipped below half amid shifting religious trends.
Small Vermont Gathering Grows into Official Mission
A once-small home gathering in Vermont has grown into an official mission under St. Olga of Alaska’s protection.