{"id":2119458,"date":"2023-12-08T07:09:02","date_gmt":"2023-12-08T12:09:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/desantis-under-pressure-to-make-closing-argument-in-iowa-post-debate\/"},"modified":"2023-12-08T07:12:13","modified_gmt":"2023-12-08T12:12:13","slug":"desantis-under-pressure-to-make-closing-argument-in-iowa-post-debate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/desantis-under-pressure-to-make-closing-argument-in-iowa-post-debate\/","title":{"rendered":"DeSantis urged to deliver final message in Iowa after debate"},"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\">20<\/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%2Fdesantis-under-pressure-to-make-closing-argument-in-iowa-post-debate%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=2119458&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>Gov.\u200d Ron DeSantis Aims to Boost \u2064Campaign in Iowa After \u200dStrong Debate Performance<\/h2>\n<p>Gov.\u2064 Ron DeSantis \u2064(R-FL) is hoping his solid performance in the\u2063 fourth\u200c Republican \u200bParty-sanctioned debate will propel his\u2062 campaign in Iowa. With only six weeks left before the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/idea-of-electability-upended-in-iowa-after-trump-and-2020\/\" title=\"Iowa shakes up electability notion with Trump and 2020.\">opening nominating contest<\/a>, DeSantis, once former President Donald Trump&#8217;s \u200dmain competition, is running\u2064 out of time\u2064 to gain momentum.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h3>Building Momentum\u2063 in \u2062Iowa<\/h3>\n<p>DeSantis presented a &#8220;clear,&#8221; &#8220;compelling&#8221; vision during this\u2063 week&#8217;s debate in Tuscaloosa, \u200bAlabama, according to\u200d DeSantis campaign spokesman Andrew Romeo. &#8220;We look forward to building on this \u200bmomentum as the governor heads back to Iowa tomorrow for a multiday swing,&#8221; Romeo said.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>While DeSantis performed\u2062 better in this debate compared to his previous one against\u200d Gov.\u2063 Gavin Newsom (D-CA), Republican strategist Cesar Conda \u200dremains skeptical about its impact on DeSantis&#8217; standing in Iowa. \u200bDeSantis currently \u2063holds an average of 19% support in Iowa,\u200b trailing behind Trump and Nikki Haley.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h3>Iowa: Key to DeSantis&#8217; Campaign<\/h3>\n<p>Iowa is\u200d crucial \u200cfor DeSantis&#8217; \u2063campaign, and \u200cdespite some setbacks, his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/adam-schiff-loses-ground-to-katie-porter-in-heated-california-senate-primary-poll\/\" title=\"Poll shows Katie Porter gaining ground on Adam Schiff in California Senate primary.\">team remains confident<\/a>. \u2064They have\u200d already convinced\u200c over 30,000 \u200dIowans to caucus through their extensive ground game efforts.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>DeSantis emphasized the importance of showing up and spending time with caucusgoers in\u200c Iowa. He \u2062believes that personal connections and commitment to the caucus process will be\u2064 more impactful than any\u200c debate performance.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h3>Executive Experience Gives\u2062 DeSantis\u200b an\u200b Advantage<\/h3>\n<p>DeSantis&#8217; recent executive experience and \u2063record give him an\u200d advantage over his competitors, according to political science professor Tim Hagle. By highlighting \u200dhis accomplishments in \u200bFlorida,\u2063 DeSantis\u200d can differentiate \u2062himself from other candidates.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>While debates may not significantly\u2064 move the needle, a strong performance helps keep supporters happy and can convince others that DeSantis is a viable alternative to\u2063 Trump. However, DeSantis still needs to\u200b make \u200bhis &#8220;closing argument&#8221; to \u2064Iowans and ensure a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/graham-reporters-glorify-themselves-into-gi-joe\/\" title=\"GRAHAM: Reporters Glorify Themselves Into GI Joe\">strong ground game<\/a>\u2064 for the \u2064caucuses.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h3>Upcoming Events and Opportunities<\/h3>\n<p>DeSantis has a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/watch-live-karine-jean-pierre-gives-white-house-press-briefing\/\" title=\"LIVE: Karine Jean-Pierre delivers White House press briefing.\">busy schedule ahead<\/a>, \u2064including \u200ba Mamas\u2062 for DeSantis event \u200cwith Gov.\u2063 Kim \u200cReynolds (R-IA) and a Faith and Family event with Rep. Randy Feenstra (R-IA). \u200bThese events provide opportunities for DeSantis to \u2063connect with \u2063voters\u2064 and\u200c regain momentum heading into future primaries.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>As the campaign intensifies,\u200d DeSantis aims\u200d to \u2062finish strong and regain the momentum that was lost \u200cearlier. With\u2063 the right strategy and performance, he has\u2062 the potential to make a significant impact in Iowa and beyond.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> How did Ron DeSantis&#8217;s\u2064 recent performance in the fourth Republican Party-sanctioned debate impact his\u200d campaign?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  Ron DeSantis faces an uphill battle\u200d in his campaign for the Republican nomination. Despite being the preferred candidate of former President Donald Trump, DeSantis has\u200c struggled to gain traction \u200bin the crowded field of contenders.<\/p>\n<p>However, his recent \u2062performance in the fourth Republican Party-sanctioned debate has \u2063given his campaign a much-needed boost.\u200d According to\u2062 campaign spokesman Andrew Romeo, DeSantis presented a &#8220;clear&#8221; and &#8220;compelling&#8221;\u200d vision during\u200c the debate, winning over many viewers and supporters.<\/p>\n<p>With\u200b only six weeks remaining before the Iowa caucuses, DeSantis knows\u200d that time is running \u200cout to gain momentum and secure a strong showing in the first nominating contest. That is why\u200c he is wasting no time in capitalizing\u2062 on his debate performance by heading back to Iowa for a multiday swing.<\/p>\n<p>Iowa holds a significant role in the nomination\u2064 process, with its caucuses often setting the tone for the rest of the primary season. Winning in Iowa can provide a candidate with the\u200b momentum and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/iowa-loses-first-in-the-nation-status-after-democrats-cave-to-party-demands\/\" title=\"Iowa loses first-in-nation status due to Democratic party demands.\">media attention needed<\/a>\u2063 to \u2064carry them through the subsequent contests.<\/p>\n<p>DeSantis recognizes the importance of making a strong impression in Iowa. By returning to the state so soon after the debate, he shows his dedication to winning over Iowa\u200d voters and building a solid presence on the \u200bground. It is evident that his campaign is ready to invest time, resources, and energy in \u200dthis pivotal state.<\/p>\n<p>The Governor&#8217;s team is optimistic about his chances in Iowa. They believe that his debate performance will resonate with \u200bconservative voters and\u200b help him gain their support. By presenting a clear and compelling vision, DeSantis aims to differentiate himself from the rest of the field and position himself as a strong conservative leader.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to his debate performance, DeSantis&#8217;s alignment with former President Donald Trump may also \u2064work in his favor in Iowa.\u2064 Trump remains highly popular among Republicans \u200cin the state, and candidates who can successfully appeal to his base often find success.<\/p>\n<p>However, DeSantis still faces \u2062significant challenges. He is up against formidable opponents, including former Vice President Mike\u2062 Pence\u200b and Senator Ted Cruz, who also have strong support from conservative voters. Furthermore, DeSantis needs to increase his name recognition outside of Florida to compete on a national level.<\/p>\n<p>Nevertheless, DeSantis and his campaign remain determined and optimistic. They understand the importance\u200d of Iowa and are committed to making a strong\u200d push\u200b in the state. By capitalizing on \u2064his debate performance and capitalizing on his existing support\u200b base, DeSantis aims to gain the \u200cnecessary momentum to carry him through the primary season.<\/p>\n<p>Only time will tell if DeSantis can successfully boost his campaign in Iowa. With\u200c the nominating contest rapidly approaching, every moment counts. DeSantis \u200dmust continue to deliver strong debate\u200c performances, connect with voters, and build a solid infrastructure in Iowa if he \u200chopes \u2064to secure the Republican nomination.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) seeks to boost his Iowa campaign after a strong showing in the fourth GOP debate. However, time is running out for DeSantis, who was once a top contender against former President Donald Trump, as the opening primary contest approaches on Jan. 15<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2119459,"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":[538],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2119458","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-washington-examiner"],"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\/2119458","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\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2119458"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2119458\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2119459"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2119458"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2119458"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2119458"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}