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Governor's plan for presidential run affects Florida

Thursday, July 29, 2021

Significance

DeSantis is widely seen as a leading contender for the 2024 Republican nomination. This position reflects the fact that, while closely divided in general elections, Florida’s demographics provide an opportunity for different Republican factions to compete.

Impacts

  • The position of DeSantis on mask and vaccination requirements will bring him into greater conflict with the Biden administration.
  • Turnout for midterm elections in 2018 was 63%, sharply up on 51% in 2014, and should remain high in 2022.
  • Florida is likely to see a major political fight over re-drawing the boundaries of its congressional districts for 2022.

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