Charlie Crist sounds serious about 2022 governorâs race
Crist has elaborated a list of reasons for joining the race: dissatisfaction with Gov. Ron DeSantis, particularly his handling of the coronavirus, and Cristâs own positioning as a moderate Democrat.
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Charlie Crist greets supporters at the Renaissance Vinoy, St. Petersburg, the night of his 2007 victory in Florida s governors race. Crist is considering challenging Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis in 2022. [ SCOTT KEELER | Times (2007) ]
By William March
Updated Feb. 5
U.S. Rep. Charlie Crist, D-St. Petersburg, is sounding serious about challenging Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis in 2022.
That puts Crist in a crowd of potential Democrats eying the race, but he would have some advantages: a Tampa Bay area base and a long history of statewide campaigns, though with mixed results.