- DeSantis Democrats are Florida voters who, until recently, identified as Democrats but in November opted to reelect Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis.
- They are disaffected Democrats alienated from the party and are characterized by their focus on practicality.
- The big question is whether people like them will become permanent Republicans, and if they can be convinced to vote for a party they once didn’t imagine voting for.
- They are similar to Reagan Democrats and may shape the national political landscape in 2024.
- Ron DeSantis is seen by supporters as an “effective” and “chief executive” figure who is the “good parts of Trump” without the cockiness.
- His supporters are diverse, ranging from nostalgic Democrats to disillusioned progressives.
- DeSantis’ policies, such as his stance against illegal immigration and rejection of “Covid theater”, have earned him the support of many Floridians.
- There has been a shift in the priorities of Floridians, which has led to a surge in DeSantis’ popularity.
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