Economist Podcasts Sunshine statement: Ron DeSantis’s Florida
Jan 31, 2022
Join Alexandra Sewage-Bass, a senior correspondent at The Economist, as she delves into Florida's shifting political landscape and Ron DeSantis's rise in the 2024 presidential race. Elise Burr discusses the evolving dynamics of divorce laws in affluent nations, highlighting a trend towards more amicable separations. Matt Kaplan sheds light on the ecological implications of the Sumatran rhino's potential extinction, emphasizing its critical role in the ecosystem and the challenges surrounding conservation efforts.
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DeSantis's Rise
- In 2018, Donald Trump endorsed Ron DeSantis, unexpectedly boosting DeSantis's gubernatorial campaign.
- DeSantis's subsequent win was narrow (0.4%), but it propelled him to national prominence.
DeSantis's National Profile
- DeSantis has leveraged his governorship to build a national profile, particularly during COVID-19.
- His opposition to mask and vaccine mandates, and his attacks on the Biden administration, have garnered attention.
Florida's Political Landscape
- Florida is a swing state nationally but leans Republican in state government.
- Republicans cite increasing Republican voter registration as evidence of this trend.