Reelection of Ron DeSantis Sparks Controversy with Letters
DeSantis power
Daniel McCarthy is correct in highlighting how President-elect Donald Trump has reshaped the electoral map, but inaccurate in attributing Florida’s shift to a reliably red state solely to Trump (“A New Political Map,” PostOpinion, Nov. 26).
In Trump’s first midterm in 2018, Republicans narrowly secured the governorship by less than one percentage point.
Fast forward four years to 2022, Governor Ron DeSantis was re-elected by a substantial margin of about 20 points.
This victory for DeSantis occurred while Trump was not in office, and other candidates aligned with the MAGA movement were facing defeats elsewhere.
It is Governor DeSantis, known for his effectiveness and commitment to conservative principles, who has transformed Florida into a reliably red state.
DeSantis achieved this by championing conservative values and improving the quality of life in his state.
The wish is expressed that every state had a governor like DeSantis, as it would likely lead to an even redder political map.
Tim Phares,
Laurel, Md.
Stranger things
Commendation is given for the article highlighting the UFO sighting along the river (“ ‘UFO’ at Capitol ‘Huh?’ ” Nov. 29).
A personal account is shared from a few years ago while sitting outside a cafe, witnessing a peculiar occurrence in the sky.
What seemed to be a long, flat, rectangular “cloud” was observed moving slowly in a uniform direction parallel to the East River.
The lack of any speed or altitude variances in this “cloud” raised questions about its nature.
While the incident lasted only a few minutes, the experience prompted reflections on the possibility of phenomena beyond conventional explanations.
Jeannie Reed,
Manhattan
Terrible tariffs
The characterization of President-elect Donald Trump’s tariffs as more than a mere negotiating tactic is noted (“Joe: tariffs would do us all harm,” Nov. 29).
While the seriousness of his stance is acknowledged, the long-term implications of such tariffs are deemed arbitrary and detrimental for the United States.
It is suggested that Trump likely understands this and may eventually rescind them on essential products.
The response from Canada in imposing indiscriminate countervailing penalties on imports is cautioned against, as it could harm the economy.
Suggestions for enhancing border security, energy capacity, and defense investment are presented as issues that should be addressed in Canada’s best interest without responding directly to Trump’s threats.
It is emphasized that prudent policymaking should guide Canada’s actions, particularly post the current government’s reign.
Larry Sylvester,
Acton, Canada
Salt is also bad
A discussion regarding the nutritional comparison of American versus UK versions of certain foods prompts additional considerations on sodium content in the choices.
While caloric disparities are acknowledged, concerns about higher sodium levels are raised, highlighting potential health risks such as heart disease and stroke.
Criticism is directed towards the omission of sodium content details in the comparison and the limited emphasis placed on salt’s health implications.
The need for a more comprehensive analysis of nutritional information, including sodium levels, is stressed for a more informed understanding of dietary differences.
Eleanor Salerno,
White Plains
Dead and gone
The analysis of Ashli Babbitt’s tragic death is acknowledged in the featured article (“Tragic Ashli & the buried Jan. 6 truth,” Miranda Devine, Nov. 25).
However, a call is made to recognize the dedicated efforts of Tom Fitton and Judicial Watch in seeking justice and transparency surrounding Babbitt’s demise.
The contribution of these entities in advocating for the truth and supporting Babbitt’s family is underscored as deserving of greater acknowledgment.
Elaine Jancourtz,
Plainsboro, NJ
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