It was an embarrassing stumble for a candidate whose main selling point is that he’d be more competent than Mr. Trump. The Parental Rights in Education Act – which critics labeled “Don’t Say Gay” – demonstrates Mr. DeSantis’ skill at using the levers of power. Within Florida, Mr. DeSantis’ pragmatism has likely helped boost his popularity among independents; 59% approve of his job performance, according to the latest Mason-Dixon Poll. Political evolutionLongtime Florida political observers say the governor’s evolution in many ways tracks the evolution of the Republican Party. If Mr. DeSantis can win Iowa, or even come close, that would rock the field, not least Mr. Trump.

Source: Daily Nation May 27, 2023 01:49 UTC