DeSantis ensuring the immigration dragnet lines allies’ pockets

By: Barrington Salmon

Outlets: Florida Phoenix

Published: March 27, 2026

Words: 1,459

Last Updated: 4 months, 1 week ago


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“Cruelty is … a symptom of insecurity, fear, and inner fragility rather than strength.” — Seneca

A cancer is hollowing out the soul of Florida.

The jagged edges of this mortal infection are most visible in Gov. Ron DeSantis, his MAGA allies, shapers and enforcers of policy, and others for whom human life, decency, and integrity no longer carry value.

The disease, in this case racial bias and xenophobia, is accompanied by bouts of ruthlessness, …

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