The Most Shameful Law Florida Passed This Year | Scott Maxwell

I’ve often thought that if I were to write a book about modern politics, it would be titled “The Death of Shame.” The reason: We’ve entered an era where many politicians are no longer ashamed of behavior that would humiliate most decent souls. Still, every once in a while, politicians do something so bad, even they try to hide from their own acts. This past legislative session, that something was a new law that makes it illegal for Florida counties to guarantee basic workplace safety for outdoor workers who toil in extreme heat — like providing shade and water. This is the kind of stuff most people would provide for dogs. Orlando SentinelScott Maxwell is an Orlando Sentinel columnist. We’re talking about water breaks in 100-degree heat.