25 December 2023
Despite the efforts of the super PAC Never Back Down, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is facing challenges in gaining support in Iowa as former President Donald Trump maintains a strong hold on the GOP primary.
The battle for the Republican nomination for the 2024 presidential race is heating up, with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis vying for support against former President Donald Trump. While DeSantis has garnered attention and praise for his leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic, he is facing an uphill battle in Iowa, a crucial state for any presidential contender. Despite the efforts of the super PAC Never Back Down, which has been working tirelessly to boost DeSantis’ campaign, Trump’s popularity and support among GOP voters in Iowa remain strong.
Lack of Authenticity and Ill-Mannered Canvassers Hamper DeSantis’ Efforts
According to a report by The New York Times, Never Back Down door knockers in Iowa have been struggling to persuade voters to back DeSantis. Some of these canvassers have reportedly told prospective caucusgoers that they actually support Trump in the presidential race, undermining DeSantis’ campaign. Additionally, voters, local officials, and strategists in Iowa have criticized Never Back Down for its lack of authenticity in courting voters across the state. Many have described the door knockers as ill-mannered or indifferent, further hindering DeSantis’ chances of gaining traction in Iowa.
Trump’s Popularity Continues to Dominate Iowa GOP Caucuses
Despite endorsements from popular Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds and influential evangelical leader Bob Vander Plaats, DeSantis is struggling to shift momentum in his favor. Trump maintains a significant lead in FiveThirtyEight’s weighted polling average of the Iowa GOP caucuses, with 50% support compared to DeSantis’ 18.4%. Former UN ambassador Nikki Haley is also ahead of DeSantis, averaging 15.7% support. The continued bond between Trump and GOP voters in Iowa poses a significant challenge for DeSantis in gaining the necessary support to secure the nomination.
Never Back Down’s Efforts Fall Short in Iowa
Despite the efforts of Never Back Down, political organizers in Iowa have noted that DeSantis’ chances of gaining support in the state have not improved significantly. While the super PAC is “doing the right things” in terms of organizing and door-knocking, it seems that their efforts have not been enough to sway GOP voters in Iowa. The needle has not moved in DeSantis’ favor, and his chances of surpassing Trump in the primary remain slim.
Conclusion:
Ron DeSantis’ campaign for the Republican nomination is facing challenges in Iowa as former President Donald Trump maintains a strong hold on GOP voters. Despite the efforts of the super PAC Never Back Down, DeSantis has struggled to gain traction in the state, with Trump’s popularity overshadowing his own. The lack of authenticity and ill-mannered canvassers have further hindered DeSantis’ efforts. As the race for the 2024 presidential nomination intensifies, DeSantis will need to find a way to overcome these obstacles and gain the support necessary to challenge Trump’s dominance.
