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Ellen Thomas's avatar

Not to mention that this tepid performance was in a state that is a perfect reflection of his base: Lily white, rural, and evangelical.

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Andrew Galan's avatar

Right? I read so many think pieces about how thoroughly Trumpism has captured the Iowan evangelical cohort in the leadup to this caucus. I was expecting a 75-80% romp, not a showing where DeSantis not only cracked double digits but hit 20%. The MAGA brainrot is real, and it is terminal, but it remains confined to a recognizable minority that can be outflanked and defeated decisively.

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Nancy (South NJ coast)'s avatar

If you add up trump's and DeSantis's votes, you do get to that 75%. Several prominent evangelical leaders supported DeSantis in Iowa. When he drops out, the evangelical vote will go entirely to trump.

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SandyG's avatar

Absolutely agree they can be outflanked. I'm not sure, yet, the Biden campaign knows how.

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