- A large difference in the way that both parties vet candidates was recently highlighted by former President Obama.
- Obama stated that DeSantis could win votes through a conservative media environment while appearing on “Pod Save America”.
- Obama spoke highly of John Fetterman’s relatability while pointing out that DeSantis’ demeanor is dissimilar.
A recent interview with Barack Obama revealed that Republican voters may support Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis asked if they would have a good time interacting with him, as he discussed the differences in the nomination processes for GOP and Democratic candidates.
During an episodeThat was “Pod Save America”. PublishedObama spoke glowingly about John Fetterman, Pennsylvania Democratic Senate Nominee. Then he turned his attention to how GOP voters vet candidates running within their party.
Obama said that while Fetterman — who’s locked in a highly consequential Senate race against Republican Mehmet Oz — was able to relate to a wide swath of voters, he said that Republicans don’t always tap candidates who seen as relatable to average voters.
Former president stated that anyone could meet Fetterman at a diner and have a conversation with him Even if they disagreed with himBecause the Democratic candidate is concerned about people and has a “point of view informed by real-life experiences.”
“Those qualities don’t seem to always apply to successful Republican candidates,” Obama told hosts Jon Favreau, Dan Pfeiffer, Jon Lovett, and Tommy Vietor, all former Obama staffers. “What’s happening there?” “I don’t know the answer.”
He said, “But I suspect, I’ve spoken to you guys about it before, that it’s the extent to which conservative media just have a lock on who is presented to them.” DeSantis’ dominant narratives are so strong that people will vote even though I doubt they would have a great deal of fun.
Favreau stated that he doesn’t seem to have a lot fun.
Obama replied, “Hanging with that guy.”
Lovett came in to add that DeSantis’ demeanor was “a problem” if he runs against former President Donald Trump for the White House.
Lovett stated, “You can’t sound like Trump.”
Favreau poked fun at DeSantis once more, calling him “Trump with no charisma.”
DeSantis is FavoriteFlorida governor to win the reelection next month. In 2024, he could run for president. jumpstartHe continues to tease his supporters about a third White House campaign after winning the 2018 gubernatorial election.
Based on individuals Who spoke with Axios?Trump has private conversations DeSantis said that DeSantis lacks personal charisma and called his potential opponent’s personality “dull.”
