Aside from reelecting President Barack Obama & Senator Bill Nelson, Florida voters did much to make us proud on November 6, 2012. Here's a list of four additional things that should make you smile - and give you confidence that Florida is no longer a state with a Republican advantage.
Florida voters rejected the "Florida Health Care Amendment," a direct challenge to Obamacare. Had it passed, the measure would have amended the state constitution to prevent any laws or rules from compelling any person or employer to purchase, obtain, or otherwise provide for health care.
Florida voters rejected the "Florida Abortion Amendment." The proposed measure would have prohibited the use of public funds for abortions except as required by federal law and to save the mother's life. Additionally, the measure stipulated that the state constitution cannot be interpreted to include broader rights to abortion than those contained in the United States Constitution.
Florida voters rejected the dubiously titled "Florida Religious Freedom Amendment." The amendment was not really about religious freedom, but was rather an attempt by the state to gain voter approval for funding religious organizations with taxpayer money. Had it passed, it would have prevented individuals from being barred from participating in public programs if they choose to use public funds at a religious provider. Essentially, the measure moved to repeal the state's ban of public dollars for religious funding, also known as the "Blaine Amendment."
Florida voters rejected the "Florida Supreme Court Amendment," which revised provisions of the state constitution relating to repeal of court rules, limiting re-adoption of repealed court rules, and stipulating that all appointments to the Florida Supreme Court be subject to confirmation by the senate. According to the Collins Center for Public Policy, opponents called the measure a dangerous attempt by the legislature to gain undue influence over judicial branch, thus upsetting the balance of power. Had it passed, the measure would have greatly diminished the independence of Florida's highest court.
P.S. You should probably call your grandma.