Florida lawmakers sour on Big Sugar land deal to aid Everglades

May 7, 2015

Will billions in voter-supported conservation funds help save the Everglades?

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Florida lawmakers sour on Big Sugar land deal to aid Everglades

Last year, Florida voters overwhelmingly approved the biggest conservation ballot initiative in U.S. history to help restore the Everglades. But despite the public support and a big pot of money, a major conservation land deal is in jeopardy. Joie Chen explores the political interests and Big Sugar money fueling the fight over the renowned tropical wetlands' future.


 

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