• The Citrus Socialist: What We Do

    The Citrus Socialist is the publication of the Orlando Chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America.  We are a local organization devoted to building a brighter, more democratic future for “The City Beautiful” and Central Florida. We fight for a democratic and humanist government and economy that promotes the interests…

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  • Surveillance-for-Profit is “Flock”ing to Orlando

    Flock Safety’s cameras are infesting Orlando, sitting at 614 cameras and growing. Here’s what they collect, how they’ve been abused, how unsecure they are, and what our community can do about it. Written by: Collin L.Edited by: Penowl, Ishmael Figure 1. Photograph taken in Aurora, Colorado on June 27, 2024,…

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  • Too Many Thoughts

    Poem by William More often than notI find myself lost in my own mindWondering why I wonder when this became normal for meBeing forced to struggle and crawlBelly first begging for anything that remains Watching each new tragedy Inflicted on my neighbors, friends and familyWith jaded eyes, knowing more is to…

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  • Utilities: The Rotting Underbelly of Florida

    Time to Read: 15 – 20 minutes By Franky C. In today’s world, electricity is not a luxury but a necessity. In Florida, this necessity comes at a premium – it’s a squeeze we all feel every month when the bills come in. Our utility situation embodies the worst of…

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  • Orlando SBWU Strike: DSA’s On-The-Ground Reportback

    By Matthew H., Fisher, and William W. In December 2025, Orlando DSA members participated in a Starbucks Workers United (SBWU) strike for multiple days in Oviedo on Mitchell Hammock Road to protest the corporation’s unfair labor practices. Less than three months prior, the company announced the closure of over 400…

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  • Jerry Demings: Running for Anything, Believing in Nothing

    By Fisher Jerry Demings isn’t running a campaign in order to seriously try to win. He’s running a campaign to raise his own profile and fund raise. Jerry Demings has long been a barrier to progress in Orlando. His politics are not one of improving the lives of Orange County…

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