Since the beginning of time, young people have been at the forefront of making a difference. In 2021 they are continuing to do just that. The Tallahassee Dream Defenders recently held a rally about House Bill 1. Over 300 young people were on the zoom to hear what the bill stands for and what they can do to stop the bill from passing. The event started with a series of questions to the audience to see how informed they were with the bill.
Author: Carma Henry
Carma Henry
Carma Lynn Henry Westside Gazette Newspaper 545 N.W. 7th Terrace, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33311 Office: (954) 525-1489 Fax: (954) 525-1861
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