Emily Bloch
Emily Bloch covers education and government for The Florida Times-Union in Jacksonville, Florida. She's a regular contributor to Teen Vogue — where she covers national politics — and has contributed to the Daily Beast, PBS Frontline, Business Insider and MSN Money. Bloch is also president of the Society of Professional Journalists Florida Pro Chapter.
Politics
Students Fear Suppression After North Carolina College Renames "Pride Week"
“I feel less welcome on campus. I know my other queer friends feel the same.”
Government
When Did Women Get the Right to Vote? A Look Back at U.S. History
The 19th Amendment didn’t just fix everything.
Politics
Florida Students Blame 'Don't Say Gay' Law for Shutting Down Play
"They are silencing a show about queer voices,” one cast member said.
Health
Students “Don't Feel Safe” Returning to School Amid Omicron
Students and teachers are worried about safety as they return to school after winter break.
Government
8 Popular Myths About the COVID-19 Vaccine, Debunked
These are the facts and nothing but the facts!
Politics
This Year’s Olympics Are Going to Look Very Different
For one thing, foreign spectators won't be allowed.
Justice
Derek Chauvin Found Guilty on All Counts in Death of George Floyd
George Floyd’s brother called the ruling “historic.”
Government
New Bills Would Crack Down on Black Lives Matter Protesters
Peaceful assemblies could be criminalized.
Politics
New Ads Are Meant to Target the Most Vaccine-Hesitant Group
They feature stars from The Deadliest Catch and country music singers.
Justice
Celebrities Demand Justice for Daunte Wright
"Where is the compassion? Where is the benefit of the doubt?”
Government
Why the DOJ Is Investigating GOP Congressman Matt Gaetz
The Florida lawmaker’s scandal keeps getting worse.
Government
Florida, Georgia GOP Move to Criminalize Giving Water to Voters in Line
There are no words.
Government
New York State Will Be Next to Legalize Recreational Weed
One senior lawmaker said the state has to “stay ahead of the times.”
Government
Miami Spring Break Is Devolving Into Chaos
With COVID-19 restrictions lifted, the city is seeing huge crowds and mass arrests.
Government
AOC Raised $5 Million for Texas Storm Relief, Flew to Houston
“When disaster strikes, this is not just an issue for Texans.”
Justice
This Senator Broke Down the “Dark Money” Shaping the Supreme Court
“When you find hypocrisy in the daylight, look for power in the shadows.”