Doug Kaplan

Jun 19, 2024 | santacruzsentinel.com | Doug Kaplan

By Doug Kaplan“While we do not promote hate, such strong feelings are part of students’ sense-making and development.”In my opinion, this is one of the most troubling sentences in Rethinking Ethnic Studies, a book used by Pajaro Valley Unified School District to train faculty. The book is also a source of assigned readings for students. PVUSD students are taught that the Western world is divided into two groups: the oppressed and their oppressors. Who are the oppressors?

May 9, 2024 | orlando-politics.com | Doug Kaplan

According to extensive research and publicly related data Visit Orlando, the esteemed tourism authority, has shown remarkable adeptness in maximizing the value of every dollar spent on marketing and local services. In a strategic move to gauge the effectiveness of these expenditures, Visit Orlando partnered with Tourism Economics, a division of Oxford Economics, in 2022. This study aimed to precisely measure the economic impact generated by the promotional activities undertaken by Visit Orlando.

Apr 21, 2024 | orlando-politics.com | Doug Kaplan

In our last update, we observed a notable shift in the polls towards President Biden, a movement we suggested might be ephemeral. At Kaplan Strategies, we pride ourselves on delivering insightful market analysis while acknowledging the fluid nature of political trends. In the lead-up to the State of the Union, a sophisticated media narrative focused on President Biden’s age and the speculation of his potential exit from the race.

Apr 18, 2024 | orlando-politics.com | Doug Kaplan

Orlando, FL – Today, Darius Wade, a distinguished real estate professional  and financial leader, officially announces his candidacy to challenge incumbent Congressman Maxwell Frost for his congressional seat in Orlando, Florida. With a robust background in the real estate and financial sectors, Wade is set to introduce a new wave of leadership and expertise into the political realm.

Mar 28, 2024 | santacruzsentinel.com | Doug Kaplan

By Doug KaplanLast summer I was part of a small group investigating concerns that antisemitic materials had surfaced in our local schools. We found items that some consider antisemitic, that others consider antizionist but not antisemitic. The issue is sensitive, the conversation ongoing. What we did learn for certain is that the issue goes far beyond antisemitism. Start with the book that Pajaro Valley Unified School District is using for curriculum development and teacher training.