Polk County, FL – Citizens Defending Freedom (CDF) continues to stand as a defender of individual freedoms in Polk County, FL, pursuing liberty on behalf of the children, parents, and citizens of the community. The organization recently played a pivotal role in securing a key victory, leading the Polk County School Board to halt enforcement of the mask mandate, though the policy itself remains in place.
"The issue at hand is not merely about masks," said Steve Maxwell, cofounder of Citizens Defending Freedom. "This is about power—who holds it and how it is used. Our nation's founding documents affirm that authority comes from our Creator and is endowed to individual citizens. Public officials are elected to protect that authority, not to abuse it."
Despite the School Board's decision to ease enforcement, the board refuses to fully rescind the mask policy, which has been hidden under the student uniform dress code. The Superintendent has stated his intent to keep the policy in place, further frustrating parents and citizens. In response, CDF has taken action by supporting the legal efforts of plaintiffs, including parents, students, and Polk County School Board employees, as they seek to remove the policy entirely.
"We have uncovered unacceptable abuses of power," continued Maxwell "CDF will continue to support efforts to end this overreach, ensuring our county’s school board is held accountable for its decisions. If the policy is not rescinded in a timely manner, we stand ready to back further litigation to secure the freedom our children and citizens deserve."
Parents and community members have demanded that the mask mandate be rescinded and are calling for its elimination from the next School Board agenda. With legal action already underway, the community is hopeful that their voices will be heard and the unjust policy will be fully overturned.
"We offer our deepest respect and gratitude to the hardworking citizens of Polk County, whose taxes fund our public institutions," added Maxwell. "Together, we will ensure that liberty remains safe for the next generation and all those to follow."
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