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DeSantis’s Support Among Potential GOP Primary Voters Sees Rapid Decline, New Survey Reveals

ByAlki David

Aug 23, 2023

Amid the shifting tides of political favor, a recent survey has shed light on a remarkable twist in the race for the upcoming GOP primary. The poll, conducted between August 17 and 21, canvassed a diverse sample of 1,665 U.S. adults, uncovering a surprising shift in sentiments surrounding a prominent candidate.

The figure in focus is none other than Ron DeSantis, a name that has been on the lips of many political pundits and enthusiasts alike. Once touted as a frontrunner, the survey’s results paint a dramatically different picture. DeSantis’s support among potential GOP primary voters has experienced a steep decline, plummeting from a modest 23% in mid-July to a mere 12% at present. What makes this decline even more striking is its rapid pace, outpacing any previous dips in popularity.

While the political landscape is known for its volatility, this sudden reversal of fortune raises questions about the factors contributing to such a drastic shift. Analysts point to a combination of variables, including recent policy decisions, public relations missteps, and changing voter priorities. In the dynamic arena of political competition, no candidate is immune to the ebb and flow of public sentiment.

As we approach the primary, the path forward for DeSantis seems uncertain, as he grapples with the challenge of regaining the favor he once enjoyed. The survey’s results serve as a testament to the unpredictable nature of political dynamics, a reminder that even the most established candidates can face uphill battles.

In a political landscape where trends can change overnight, DeSantis’s story underscores the importance of adaptability and resonance with the evolving concerns of potential voters. The journey to the primary promises to be an intriguing one, with candidates vying for support and navigating the complex dance of political strategy.

In an environment where fortunes can shift in the blink of an eye, this survey offers a snapshot of the current state of affairs. The numbers speak for themselves, presenting a compelling narrative of DeSantis’s recent challenges and the intricate web of political dynamics that shape the road ahead.

By Alki David

Alki David — Publisher, Media Architect, SIN Network Creator - live, direct-to-public communication, media infrastructure, accountability journalism, and independent distribution. Born in Lagos, Nigeria; educated in the United Kingdom and Switzerland; attended the Royal College of Art. Early internet broadcaster — participated in real-time public coverage during the 1997 Mars landing era using experimental online transmission from Beverly Hills. Founder of FilmOn, one of the earliest global internet television networks offering live and on-demand broadcasting outside legacy gatekeepers. Publisher of SHOCKYA — reporting since 2010 on systemic corruption inside the entertainment business and its expansion into law, finance, and regulation. Creator of the SIN Network (ShockYA Integrated Network), a federated media and civic-information infrastructure spanning investigative journalism, live TV, documentary, and court-record reporting. Lived and worked for over 40 years inside global media hubs including Malibu, Beverly Hills, London, Hong Kong and Gstaad. Early encounter with Julian Assange during the first Hologram USA operations proved a formative turning point — exposing the realities of lawfare, information suppression, and concentrated media power. Principal complainant and driving force behind what court filings describe as the largest consolidated media–legal accountability action on record, now before the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court. Relocated to Antigua & Barbuda and entered sustained legal, civic, and informational confrontation over media power, safeguarding, and accountability at Commonwealth scale.