How Ron DeSantis politicized Florida’s higher education by placing his loyalists at the top
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The governor of Florida, Ron DeSantis, is changing the universities of his state.
He places his friends and allies in very important positions.
Alex Kelly is the new example of this political strategy.
He is the only finalist to become the president of Pensacola State College.
At least twelve allies of the governor now lead universities in Florida.
Ron DeSantis finishes his term in less than four months.
His critics say that he wants to control education with his right-wing ideas.
Even after his departure, his allies will remain in power for a long time.
This situation worries many professors and students.
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