DeSantis attracting funds from Biden areas, gaining support beyond Trump contributors: WSJ Analysis
Nearly Half of Governor Ron DeSantis’ Campaign Funds Come from Biden-Supporting Precincts
A new analysis reveals that almost half of the $20 million raised by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis since launching his 2024 White House campaign in May has come from voting precincts that supported President Biden in 2020. This surprising finding, highlighted in a recent
“DeSantis’ success in wooing Trump defectors supports his argument that he is the only candidate who can beat Biden next fall,”
In a recent CNN interview, a group of “lifelong Democrat” mothers from across the country expressed their support for DeSantis due to his policies during the COVID pandemic. Attorney Julie Hamill, one of the mothers, affectionately referred to the governor as “Daddy DeSantis.”
Jennifer Sey, former Brand President of Levis, explained that the women were drawn to DeSantis because of his vocal advocacy for reopening schools during the pandemic.
Unlike traditional political fundraising tactics, DeSantis is taking a different approach to fundraising, as reported by The New York Times. His campaign has pledged to avoid spammy and irritating tactics, such as desperate pleas and fake deadlines. Additionally, the default for online donations is not set as recurring monthly, unlike the deceptive practices employed by other campaigns.
“The DeSantis team is betting that a more measured approach will lead to long-term gains and help Republicans cut into the money advantage held by Democrats.”
Tim Pearce contributed to this article.
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