Sun Sentinel Endorsement: For Democrats, Charlie Crist for governor

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The highest priority for Florida Democrats in 2022 must be to end the political career of Ron DeSantis, and Charlie Crist can do it.

As governor, DeSantis rules Florida with an iron hand. He dictates what teachers teach, creates barriers to voting, uses raw power to punish critics and marginalizes women, Blacks and LGBTQ people. He has divided Floridians as never before — and he’s just getting warmed up.

But eight years ago, when Crist’s transformation was fresher in the public mind, he came within 1 point of defeating Scott.

Florida voters, especially those with no party affiliation, must rethink their priorities as never before. Outraged over lax gun laws and repeal of abortion rights, they must channel their anger into an overwhelming turnout.

Crist is Democrats’ best hope to prevent four more years of authoritarianism from DeSantis. In the Democratic primary for governor, the Sun Sentinel recommends Charlie Crist.