Democrat Charlie Crist to face Ron DeSantis in Florida race for governor

Written by : Rajnish Kumar

More than a decade ago, Crist was Florida's Republican governor. He is now a Democrat at the U.S. House of Representatives.

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The Democratic Party of Florida has seen a split in its primary for governor. Crist's opponent,

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Nikki Fried (Florida Agriculture Commissioner), criticized him for his past as governor and changed his stance on abortion and criminal justice.

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After Crist declared victory Tuesday night, Fried thanked him for his spirited campaign.

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But it was clear that his sights were set on DeSantis. My friends, our fundamental freedoms will be on the ballot.

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The ballot will determine a woman's right of choice. Democracy - on your ballot. This ballot will include your rights as minorities.

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DeSantis was called a "bully", "dangerous", and he made sure to reiterate his support for abortion rights.

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"On the first day of my administration, i will sign an executive order protecting women's rights to choose."

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Fried was outraised by Crist, and he has run as a moderate candidate to defeat DeSantis in November.

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He has attempted to appeal to unaffiliated voters as well as disaffected Republicans,

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and has received endorsements from leading Democratic-leaning organizations like the teachers' union.

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