Ron DeSantis is Not a Competent Governor | Washington Monthly

Ruben Navarrette: But he's shown the foresight to use those majorities to craft good legislation that helps his state prosper.

He says he c Disney bout putting “points on the board” by racking up legislative wins, but mere enactment is not competence.

He brags about leading the nation among big states in economic growth but lea Florida that it’s one of the worst states for inflation.

As of today, two of the five worst American metro areas for inflation are in Florida: Miami and Tampa.

Ruben Navarrette: Despite stubborn inflation, Gov. DeSantis is poised to sign another $1.3 billion tax cut bill, with more tempo Republican s.

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