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DeSantis Officially BACKTRACKS Book Ban After Humiliating Backlash Erupts
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4:34Now PlayingFormer Republican presidential candidate Ron DeSantis is finally backtracking extremist book ban restrictions he staunchly advocated for during campaign after Florida residents outraged over book ban spinning out of control sparking national backlash. John Iadarola and Brett Erlich break it down on The Damage Report.
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If You Thought Ron DeSantis Would Be Less Awkward After Running Back To Florida With His Tail Between His Legs, Think Again
"When his presidential campaign was in full swing, Ron DeSantis and the state of Florida were on the forefront of banning books in schools, which picked up considerably following the passage of the state’s controversial “Don’t Say Gay” law. However, now that the governor has returned to Florida after washing out of the Republican primary, he’d like if folks could maybe cool it on the whole book banning thing. “Everyone take a chill pill” appears to be DeSantis’ new message.
During a news conference on Thursday, DeSantis showcased a surprising reversal as he acknowledged that the process for banning books has gotten way out of hand. Ironically, DeSantis echoed concerns that were expressed at the outset of Florida’s aggressive push towards challenging books and curriculums. These issues were raised from the start, but ignored as the governor launched his presidential run."
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