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Federal court stops Florida law that bans "woke" instruction in public universities in a 2-1 ruling
By CBS Miami Team at CBS4 Miami
· July 7, 2026
· 3 min read
A federal appeals court Tuesday kept in place a district court's preliminary injunction on Florida's law banning "woke" instruction at public universities.A 2-1 ruling from the three-judge panel on the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals found Florida's assertion it could control the speech of its em
Key takeaway A 2-1 ruling from the three-judge panel on the 11th U.
Why this matters in The Miami
The ruling by the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has significant implications for Miami 's academic community, particularly in institutions like Florida International University and the University of Miami. As a major hub for Latin American and Caribbean communities, Miami's universities play a crucial role in fostering discussions about race, identity, and social justice. The "Stop Wrongs to Our Kids and Employees (WOKE) Act" had sparked concerns among professors and students in Miami about the limitations it would impose on academic freedom and the ability to engage with complex issues like racism. With this ruling, professors in Miami's public universities can continue to teach and discuss critical topics without fear of censorship, allowing students to develop a deeper understanding of the social and cultural context that shapes their community. This decision will likely resonate in neighborhoods like Little Havana and Wynwood, where cultural identity and social justice are integral to the community's fabric.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
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What is this story about? A federal appeals court Tuesday kept in place a district court's preliminary injunction on Florida's law banning "woke" instruction at public universities.A 2-1 ruling from the three-judge panel on the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals found Florida's assertion it could control the speech of its em
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