Analyzing the debate over eliminating Florida property taxes
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Analyzing the debate over eliminating Florida property taxes

  • July 21, 2026

Floridians like the idea of phasing out some property taxes — until they hear what it could do to local budgets.

Also, a look at the top affordability concerns and analyzing support or opposition to AI and Data Centers.

All topics in the latest UNF Public Opinion Research Poll.

Sean Freeder, faculty director for the poll, joined us on The Morning Show with a look at your take on these key issues.

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