In this episode of For St. Pete’s Sake, hosts Christian Hotchkiss and Laura Gerken discuss various pressing political issues affecting Pinellas County and beyond. They delve into the recent removal of street art in Florida, which they view as a government overreach and an attack on free speech, particularly against the LGBTQ community. The conversation shifts to the broader implications of authoritarianism in politics, the challenges faced by the Democratic Party, and the importance of public health measures, especially regarding vaccine mandates. They also address the troubling activation of the National Guard in response to protests and the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, emphasizing the need for awareness and action.