{"id":2105419,"date":"2023-11-21T20:54:02","date_gmt":"2023-11-22T01:54:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/influential-evangelical-leader-in-iowa-endorses-desantis-for-president\/"},"modified":"2023-11-21T20:56:33","modified_gmt":"2023-11-22T01:56:33","slug":"influential-evangelical-leader-in-iowa-endorses-desantis-for-president","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/influential-evangelical-leader-in-iowa-endorses-desantis-for-president\/","title":{"rendered":"Influential Evangelical Leader In Iowa Endorses DeSantis For President"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">18<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Finfluential-evangelical-leader-in-iowa-endorses-desantis-for-president%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2105419&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>Bob Vander Plaats Endorses Ron DeSantis for President<\/h2>\n<p>In an exciting announcement, Bob Vander Plaats, \u2062President and CEO of The FAMiLY Leader, \u2064revealed\u200b his endorsement of Florida Governor <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dailywire.com\/topic\/ron-desantis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ron DeSantis<\/a> for president. Vander Plaats, known for his successful endorsements in previous elections, made this declaration \u2063during an interview with Fox News\u2019 \u2064Bret Baier on \u201cSpecial Report.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Vander \u2063Plaats expressed his\u2063 enthusiasm, stating, \u201cI\u2019m \u200dthrilled to throw my\u2064 personal endorsement and support behind Governor \u2062Ron DeSantis of Florida. We need to find somebody \u2063who \u200ccan win in 2024 and what we saw in 2022,\u200d the supposedly \u2018red wave\u2019\u200c really only\u2064 happened in Florida and in Iowa.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Highlighting DeSantis&#8217; achievements, Vander \u200cPlaats \u2064emphasized\u2062 how the governor transformed Florida into a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/anheuser-busch-heiress-announces-run-for-senate\/\" title=\"Anheuser-Busch Heiress Announces Run For Senate\">solidly red state<\/a>, winning by a significant margin and appealing to\u2063 demographics that were previously challenging for Republicans. He commended DeSantis for his bold and \u200ccourageous leadership, making it clear that the endorsement was his to lose.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, Vander Plaats shared that\u200d the DeSantis family attends church with him in Iowa and actively engages with the community \u200dby visiting people\u200c in their homes and offices.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dailywire.com\/news\/black-friday-gift-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Don&#8217;t Miss the Daily Wire Black Friday Shopping Guide<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>During the Thanksgiving Family Forum, Vander Plaats was convinced by DeSantis&#8217; vision of a president who can serve two terms and surround themselves \u200dwith the best and\u200d brightest individuals. He emphasized the importance of a president who follows through on their promises and\u2064 praised DeSantis for having the\u2062 necessary \u200bexperience and determination to\u200b succeed.<\/p>\n<p>Addressing accusations that his\u2063 endorsement \u2062was bought, Vander Plaats firmly stated,\u200c \u201cPresident Trump knows better than anybody\u200d that my endorsement \u200bhas never been and never \u2062will \u2064be for\u200d sale.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/get.dailywire.com\/subscribe\/plus?_gl=1*1xtnwi0*_ga*NzM5MDUwMzIuMTY5OTAxNTg3Mg..*_ga_CZKR9ZYKJP*MTcwMDU2OTYyOS42NS4xLjE3MDA1NzA1NjcuNTIuMC4w\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get 50% Off \u200dDailyWire+ Annual Memberships<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Vander\u200c Plaats\u200c emphasized that the 2024 \u2064election is crucial and urged careful consideration in choosing the \u2064right candidate. He firmly believes that the GOP primary is primarily a contest between Trump\u200c and DeSantis, suggesting that other candidates \u2062should step aside to \u2063allow these two to compete \u200cdirectly.<\/p>\n<p>This endorsement \u2062follows Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds&#8217; recent <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dailywire.com\/news\/an-enormous-win-popular-iowa-governor-kim-reynolds-to-endorse-ron-desantis-for-president-report\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">endorsement<\/a> of DeSantis, marking \u200cthe first time \u200din over \u2064three decades that an Iowa governor has made a primary\u2064 endorsement.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Bob Vander Plaats,\u2063 President and CEO of The FAMiLY Leader, announces he is \u200bendorsing\u2064 Florida Governor Ron DeSantis for president.\u200c <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/bIxRQN26ML\">pic.twitter.com\/bIxRQN26ML<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Jason \u200bRantz on KTTH Radio (@jasonrantz) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/jasonrantz\/status\/1727112971082666436?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">November\u200c 21, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> How \u2062has Ron DeSantis&#8217; handling of the COVID-19\u2063 pandemic and his commitment to individual liberty and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/influential-evangelical-leader-in-iowa-endorses-desantis-for-president\/\" title=\"Influential Evangelical Leader In Iowa Endorses DeSantis For President\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/tucker-carlson-shreds-asa-hutchinson-over-transgender-treatments-for-kids\/\" title=\"Tucker Carlson criticizes Asa Hutchinson on transgender treatments for children.\">limited government intervention<\/a> resonated<\/a> with conservative voters<\/h2>\n<p><span>  P>In response to the endorsement, Governor DeSantis expressed his gratitude, stating, \u201cI am honored to receive the endorsement \u200cof\u2062 Bob \u2063Vander Plaats and The FAMiLY Leader. The organization has been at the forefront of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/mike-pence-releases-new-book-after-dropping-out-of-the-2024-presidential-race\/\" title=\"Mike Pence releases new book after dropping out of the 2024 presidential race\">promoting strong family values<\/a> and principles, and I am proud to have their support as I \u2063continue to fight for the\u2062 people of Florida and for conservative \u200bprinciples across the country.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>This endorsement comes at a\u2063 crucial time as potential candidates for the 2024 presidential election are starting\u2062 to emerge. With Vander Plaats&#8217; track record of successful endorsements, his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/kari-lake-scores-endorsement-from-top-gop-senator\/\" title=\"Kari Lake endorsed by prominent GOP Senator.\">support carries weight<\/a> and can potentially influence other conservative voters.<\/p>\n<p>Bob Vander Plaats has a strong \u2062reputation within the Republican \u2062Party. \u2063As the \u2062President and CEO of The FAMiLY Leader, \u2062he has been a prominent advocate for conservative values and family-centered policies. His endorsement of Ron DeSantis for president\u2064 signals a \u200brallying point for other conservative leaders and voters who align with \u200chis\u2063 values.<\/p>\n<p>Throughout his tenure as governor, Ron \u2064DeSantis has proven himself as\u200c a \u200bbold and effective leader. His handling of the COVID-19 pandemic received widespread praise, as Florida managed to keep its economy open while\u2064 protecting its \u2062vulnerable populations. This \u2063approach resonated with many conservatives, who admire his commitment to individual liberty and limited government intervention.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, DeSantis championed policies that supported small\u2062 businesses, cut\u200d taxes, protected Second Amendment rights, and promoted\u2062 school\u2064 choice. These accomplishments have endeared \u2064him to Republicans across the country, and Vander Plaats&#8217; endorsement further solidifies his standing as\u200d a frontrunner for the 2024\u200d Republican nomination.<\/p>\n<p>As Vander Plaats\u2062 pointed out, DeSantis&#8217;\u2062 ability to win in Florida, a crucial\u200d swing state, demonstrates \u200dhis \u2062appeal to a broad range of voters. This potency is\u200b essential for a successful presidential candidate, as the ability to appeal to a diverse electorate is crucial \u2062in securing victory.<\/p>\n<p>Looking ahead to the 2024 presidential election, Vander Plaats&#8217; endorsement of Ron DeSantis provides a significant boost for the\u2064 governor&#8217;s campaign. With the support of influential conservative leaders like Vander \u2062Plaats, \u2063DeSantis\u200d has a clear advantage\u2063 in building a strong base of support and winning over \u200ccrucial demographics.<\/p>\n<p>The endorsement also serves as a reminder \u200bof the powerful impact that\u200d endorsements can have in shaping public opinion and influencing\u200d electoral outcomes. Bob Vander\u200b Plaats&#8217; endorsement carries weight within conservative circles, \u2063making it a valuable asset for\u2063 any presidential candidate seeking the nomination.<\/p>\n<p>In conclusion, Bob Vander Plaats&#8217; endorsement of Ron DeSantis for president is a significant development in the race for the \u20642024 \u200dRepublican nomination. Vander Plaats&#8217; track record of successful endorsements, coupled with DeSantis&#8217; accomplishments as governor, position the Florida governor\u200d as a \u200dformidable contender in the upcoming election. As\u200b the campaign \u2062season progresses, it\u2062 will be interesting to see how Vander Plaats&#8217; endorsement shapes the political landscape and influences other conservative leaders and\u2064 voters.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bob Vander Plaats, President and CEO of The FAMiLY Leader, announced Tuesday evening that he is endorsing Florida Governor Ron DeSantis for president. Vander Plaats \u2014 whose endorsements have won the state in 2008, 2012, and 2016 \u2014 made the remarks during an interview with Fox News\u2019 Bret Baier on \u201cSpecial Report.\u201d \u201cI\u2019m thrilled to<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":102,"featured_media":2105420,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[541],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2105419","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-the-daily-wire"],"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2105419","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/102"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2105419"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2105419\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2105420"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2105419"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2105419"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2105419"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}