{"id":2148766,"date":"2024-01-14T13:50:02","date_gmt":"2024-01-14T18:50:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/desantis-says-hell-stay-in-2024-race-even-if-he-comes-in-third-in-iowa\/"},"modified":"2024-01-14T13:51:27","modified_gmt":"2024-01-14T18:51:27","slug":"desantis-says-hell-stay-in-2024-race-even-if-he-comes-in-third-in-iowa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/desantis-says-hell-stay-in-2024-race-even-if-he-comes-in-third-in-iowa\/","title":{"rendered":"DeSantis committed to 2024 race, regardless of Iowa ranking"},"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%2Fdesantis-says-hell-stay-in-2024-race-even-if-he-comes-in-third-in-iowa%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=2148766&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>Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Vows to Stay in 2024 GOP Presidential\u200c Primary, Regardless of Iowa\u200d Caucus Results<\/h2>\n<blockquote>\n<p>During a recent interview\u200c with CNN&#8217;s Jake Tapper, Florida Gov.\u200b Ron DeSantis expressed his determination to continue\u200d his campaign in the 2024 GOP presidential primary, even if he were to place third in the upcoming Iowa caucuses.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h3>Confidence \u2062and Commitment<\/h3>\n<blockquote>\n<p>When asked about the possibility of finishing \u2064third in Iowa, DeSantis confidently stated, &#8220;We&#8217;re going to do well on \u2063Monday. Our voters\u200d are highly motivated, and we have a\u200c significant number of committed caucus-goers. We expect a strong turnout from our supporters,\u200c as there is a \u2063great deal of excitement on the ground. We are in this\u2062 for the long haul, understanding that winning a majority of the delegates is \u2063crucial.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h3>A \u2064Campaign Beyond Iowa<\/h3>\n<blockquote>\n<p>DeSantis also outlined his post-Iowa campaign plans, revealing \u2062that he has a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/cnn-ceo-defends-trump-town-hall-all-voices-should-be-heard\/\" title=\"CNN CEO supports Trump Town Hall: 'All opinions matter.'\">town hall scheduled<\/a> in New Hampshire on \u200bTuesday, followed by events in South Carolina and Nevada. He emphasized the importance of competing for every delegate, especially in states \u200bwith proportional representation, stating, &#8220;If you&#8217;re in it to win it, you&#8217;ve got to be out there. So, yes, \u200dwe&#8217;ll be actively pursuing delegates in Nevada as well.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h3>Undecided Voters and \u200dTrump<\/h3>\n<blockquote>\n<p>DeSantis addressed the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/powerhouse-football-colleges-rack-up-millions-in-buyouts-for-fired-head-coaches\/\" title=\"Powerhouse football colleges rack up millions in buyouts for fired head coaches\">high expectations set<\/a>\u2064 by pollsters and \u200bthe media for\u2063 former President Donald Trump&#8217;s \u2062performance\u200b in Iowa. He highlighted the significant number of voters who have yet to\u2062 make a final decision and are considering both him and Trump. DeSantis believes that these voters recognize \u200dTrump&#8217;s accomplishments\u2063 but also acknowledge potential drawbacks in nominating him for the\u200b 2024 \u2063election. He\u200b anticipates that many caucus-goers will attend without their\u2064 minds fully made up.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h3>The Importance of Iowa<\/h3>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Political analysts have noted that DeSantis&#8217;s campaign strategy heavily relies on a\u200d victory in Iowa. His campaign and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/trump-pacs-report-over-100-million-cash-on-hand-ahead-of-2022-midterms\/\" title=\"Trump PACs Report Over 0 Million Cash-On-Hand Ahead Of 2022 Midterms\">affiliated political action committee<\/a> have invested \u2062substantial resources in the state, with the governor visiting all 99 counties. He has \u2062also secured \u2063the coveted endorsement of \u200bGov. Kim Reynolds and campaigned alongside his wife, Florida First Lady Casey\u2062 DeSantis.\u200b However, polls indicate that Trump maintains a \u200dsignificant lead, making it challenging for DeSantis \u2063to secure a first-place \u200bfinish.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/news\/ron-desantis-iowa-caucus-2024-gop-presidential-primary\">The Washington Examiner<\/a><\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> What does \u200bRon\u200d DeSantis&#8217;s commitment to stay in the primary race, regardless of the Iowa results, say about his belief in his viability as a \u2062presidential candidate?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  Ters.&#8221; DeSantis&#8217;s unwavering commitment to \u2063his campaign highlights his confidence in his ability to appeal to voters and\u2064 build a \u2064loyal\u200c base of supporters.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h3>A True Contender<\/h3>\n<blockquote>\n<p>DeSantis&#8217;s determination \u200cto stay in the primary race, regardless \u2062of \u2064the \u2062Iowa results, is a testament to his belief in his \u200bviability as a presidential candidate. \u200bBy pledging \u200dto continue his campaign, he is asserting \u2063himself as a true contender in the \u2062GOP field, ready to challenge other potential candidates and offer a distinct vision for the future of the party.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h3>Strategy\u200d and Priorities<\/h3>\n<blockquote>\n<p>DeSantis&#8217;s decision to stay in the \u200cprimary \u2064race, regardless of\u200c the \u2062outcome \u200bin Iowa, reveals\u2064 his strategic thinking and long-term vision. Rather\u200c than allowing a single \u2064event to determine the trajectory of his\u2062 campaign, he recognizes the need for a broader \u200cstrategy that takes into account the diverse opinions and preferences of\u2062 voters across the country.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Additionally, by \u200dpledging\u200c to continue regardless\u200b of the Iowa \u2062results, DeSantis \u200bis signaling that he is focused on issues that resonate with a wide range of voters, and not just those specific to Iowa. This reflects a commitment to highlighting his policy positions and\u200b connecting with voters on a national \u200cscale.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h3>Building \u2062Momentum<\/h3>\n<blockquote>\n<p>By remaining in the race, DeSantis is also \u2064aiming to\u200d build momentum and secure support from a broader base\u2064 of voters. While the Iowa caucuses play\u2064 an\u2063 important \u2063role in the nomination process, they are only\u2064 one of many early contests. By \u200bstaying\u200d in\u2062 the race regardless of the outcome in Iowa,\u2064 DeSantis is positioning himself to compete in subsequent primaries and caucuses, which will allow him to gain momentum and support as the\u200d primary\u2063 season progresses.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h3>Party Unity<\/h3>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Another reason for DeSantis&#8217;s commitment to staying in the primary race is the importance of \u2064party unity. By remaining a contender regardless \u2064of the \u2064outcome in Iowa, \u2063DeSantis is sending a message\u200c to fellow \u200bRepublicans that he is dedicated to the party&#8217;s \u200csuccess and will work\u2062 towards \u2064unifying the GOP\u2063 base behind him. This demonstrates his willingness to put the interests of the party above personal ambitions and fosters greater cohesion within the \u200cparty.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h3>Conclusion<\/h3>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Florida \u200dGov. Ron\u200b DeSantis&#8217;s \u2064vow to stay in the 2024 GOP \u200cpresidential primary, regardless of the results in the Iowa caucuses, reflects his confidence in his\u2064 ability to appeal to voters\u2062 and build a loyal base of supporters. \u200dIt showcases his determination to be a\u2064 true contender, challenging other\u200d potential candidates \u2063and offering a distinct vision for \u200bthe future of the party. By staying in the race and focusing on a broader strategy, DeSantis aims to connect with voters \u200con a national scale and build momentum as the primary season progresses. His commitment to party unity further highlights his dedication to \u200cthe\u2062 success of \u200bthe Republican Party\u2064 as a whole.\u200b Regardless of\u200d the outcome in\u200d Iowa, DeSantis&#8217;s unwavering commitment and confidence make him a formidable candidate in the 2024 GOP presidential primary.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis intends to remain in the 2024 GOP presidential primary, even if he secures third place in the Iowa caucuses. When asked about the possibility of finishing third, CNN&#8217;s Jake Tapper questioned if it would mark the end of his campaign<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2656,"featured_media":2315279,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[538],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2148766","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-washington-examiner"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2148766","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\/2656"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2148766"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2148766\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2315279"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2148766"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2148766"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2148766"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}