Dave Rubin interviews Bryan Griffin, press secretary for Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida. They discuss the upcoming debate between DeSantis and Governor Gavin Newsom, Florida's prosperity compared to California's issues, and the challenge of winning over staunch Trump supporters. They also talk about Donald Trump's broken promises and DeSantis' policy knowledge resonating with voters in Iowa.
The debate between Florida and California represents a clash of models for the future of the country, with Florida prioritizing safeguarding liberties and effective COVID response, while California is seen as a collapsed state with perpetual problems.
Governor Ron DeSantis's competence, deep understanding of policy, and ability to execute resonate with voters who prioritize competence and authenticity over capturing the zeitgeist.
Deep dives
Florida vs California: Contrasting Models for the Future
The debate between Florida and California goes beyond just these two states. It's about the future of the country and the kind of country we want to live in. Florida, under Governor Ron DeSantis, represents a free state model that prioritizes safeguarding liberties, prosperity, and effective COVID response. In contrast, California is seen as a collapsed state with unsafe streets, high costs, and perpetual problems. The debate centers around the model we want for our country's future.
Capturing the Zeitgeist: Evaluating DeSantis' Appeal
While Governor Ron DeSantis is widely seen as competent, with no major policy failures or flubs, there is a sense that he hasn't fully captured the zeitgeist. However, on the ground, when people meet him and hear him speak, they recognize his deep understanding of policy and his ability to execute. DeSantis's track record of delivering on promises and providing win after win for conservatives and hardworking people resonates with voters who prioritize competence and authenticity.
Winning Over Iowa and Trump Supporters
Governor DeSantis has been successful in winning over Iowans, even some who were previously committed Trump supporters. They appreciate DeSantis's specific policy proposals, in contrast to the unfulfilled promises of the past. While some may be loyal to Trump, DeSantis's competence and ability to address people's concerns on a personal level make him an appealing alternative. With endorsements from popular politicians like Kim Reynolds and a strong ground campaign, DeSantis is well-positioned to win Iowa and build momentum for future victories.
Dave Rubin of “The Rubin Report” talks to Bryan Griffin, press secretary for Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida, about the upcoming debate between DeSantis and California Governor Gavin Newsom; why Florida's prosperity and safeguarded liberties are winning against California's issues with crime, a high cost of living, and homelessness; whether DeSantis has failed to capture the zeitgeist; why his policy knowledge, execution, and commitment to his promises are resonating with voters in Iowa; the challenge of winning over staunch Trump supporters; Donald Trump’s broken promises to voters; and more.