The article criticizes Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis for his “anti-woke” agenda and his potential presidential ambitions
The article argues that DeSantis is trying to raise his profile by engaging in controversial cultural fights on issues such as critical race theory, gender ideology, mask mandates, vaccine mandates, and abortion rights
The article claims that DeSantis is out of touch with the majority of Americans and Floridians, who care more about the economy, health care, education, and the environment than culture wars
The article mocks DeSantis for saying he doesn’t know where he was on 9/11, suggesting that he is lying or has a poor memory
The article contrasts DeSantis with former President Donald Trump, who was also a culture warrior but had a loyal base and a charismatic personality
The article points out that DeSantis is facing challenges from Trump, who has been attacking him for not endorsing his false claims of election fraud and for not banning COVID-19 vaccines for children
The article also highlights that DeSantis is facing backlash from some of his own supporters, who are unhappy with his handling of the pandemic, his environmental policies, and his ties to big donors