Gov. DeSantis Calls for Enactment of Stop W.O.K.E. Act to Fight 'Corporate-Sanctioned Racism' in Schools and Businesses

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) announced new legislation on Wednesday to fight what he called “corporate-sanctioned racism” in Florida.

The governor said he is “taking a stand against critical race theory in our schools and in the workplace by calling for the enactment of the Stop W.O.K.E. Act.”

The Stop Wrongs Against Our Kids and Employees Act would codify DeSantis’ executive orders prohibiting K-12 schools from teaching critical race theory. It would also give parents the right to sue if they believe their kids are being taught critical race theory in schools in violation of the law.