Opinion

Opening a bar or restaurant in Greater Fort Lauderdale isn’t just a business move — it’s a lifestyle adventure. Sunshine, diversity, and an ever-growing tourism base make this region one of South Florida’s most exciting hospitality markets. But success here requires more than great cocktails and a catchy name; it demands careful planning, financial realism, and a deep connection to community.

As the national pause in federal food assistance benefits approaches, The McKenzie Project, Inc. (TMP) in South Florida is stepping into proactive mode to support vulnerable Black TGNCNB+ individuals, youth and families in Broward County who are likely to be disproportionately impacted.

Once a punchline of Cold War jokes and political campaign smears, socialism is undergoing a resurgence in the American imagination. What was once an ideological relic has become a promise of fairness, equity, and a counterweight to the perceived excesses of capitalism. 

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