Florida: The Turn of the Century (1990-2010)

This program examines the pivotal events that shaped Florida from the early 1990s through the start of the new millennium. Participants will explore the massive demographic shifts and urban expansion of the era, the historic 2000 presidential election recount, and the devastating impact of major weather events including Hurricane Andrew. The course provides a factual look at the state's economic evolution, from the housing market boom and the tech industry's rise to the eventual challenges of the late 2000s recession. Gain a clear understanding of how these two decades transformed Florida into the modern state it is today.