Ron DeSantis

Rank 21 of 47

Score 19

We are proud to be #1 for high school civics and debate — and we are walking the walk by establishing a $50k scholarship for the winner of the Kirk prize.

Students benefit by studying the foundations of the American civic tradition and learning to make logical arguments and

Ron DeSantis

@GovRonDeSantis

16d

One of my top priorities as governor has been to make Florida the national model for civics education. The Florida Civics and Debate Initiative (FCDI) reflects our commitment to fostering students’ appreciation for America’s founding principles. Since launching in 2019, FCDI has

10/27/2025, 8:53:05 PM

The statement and accompanying image focus on promoting civics education and debate in Florida, highlighting initiatives and scholarships to encourage student engagement with American civic traditions. The tone is promotional and supportive of educational development.

Principle 1:
I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
The statement promotes educational initiatives, which aligns with doing no harm and fostering positive development. [+1]
Principle 3:
I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
By encouraging understanding of civic traditions and logical argumentation, the statement promotes empathy and compassion through education. [+1]
Principle 6:
I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
The initiative uses influence to potentially better society by enhancing civic education and engagement. [+1]