What Trump Learned About Marijuana That DeSantis Did Not And Why The GOP Might Become Weed-Friendly

As the 2024 election approaches, the rivalry between Donald Trump and Ron DeSantis highlights a growing ideological split within the Republican Party. 

Trump’s recent endorsement of Florida’s cannabis legalization measure signals a pragmatic shift to align with changing voter priorities, contrasting sharply with DeSantis’s firm adherence to traditional conservative values or anti-woke attitudes. 

This clash highlights the GOP’s broader tension and underscores Trump’s strategy as an anti-establishment candidate defying conventional norms.

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Worse Than Indica Vs. Sativa: Evolution Of A Rivalry

Trump and DeSantis were once close allies, with the former president’s endorsement playing a crucial role in the Florida governor’s 2018 gubernatorial victory. However, as DeSantis’s national profile grew, particularly after the way he …

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