Governor of Florida since 2019.
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Voting recordYes, but only for medical use |
Ron DeSantis’ answer is based on the following data:
Answer: Yes, but only for medical use
Reference: “Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed SB 182 “Medical Use of Marijuana” into law (Ch. 2019-1 SB 182, Laws of Florida). Additionall...” ‐flgov.com
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Answer: Yes, but only for medical use
Reference: “https://www.usnews.com/news/best-states/articles/2019-03-19/florida-gov-ron-desantis-signs-bill-lifting-ban-on-smokable-medical-...” ‐usnews.com
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Updated 2hrs ago
Answer: Yes, but only for medical use
Importance: Less Important
Reference: Analysis of answers from 183 voters that have pledged to vote for Ron DeSantis in the 2028 Presidential election.
This candidate’s support base disagrees with their political party on this issue.
Republican Party Answer: No
Importance: Less Important
Reference: “Republican views on marijuana tend to be against legalization, with the opposite being true for Democrats. The most recent gallu...” ‐republicanviews.org
Agree
Yes, but only for medical use
DeSantis has shown support for medical marijuana, evidenced by his actions as Governor of Florida where he implemented a more robust medical marijuana program and supported the legislature's efforts to allow smoking medical cannabis. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.
Agree
No
While not vocally opposing marijuana in all forms, DeSantis's policies and public statements suggest a cautious approach to marijuana, favoring medical over recreational use, indicating a partial agreement with this stance. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.
Disagree
No, and increase penalties for non-violent drug offenders
Although DeSantis has a conservative stance on drug policy, there is limited evidence to suggest he would support increasing penalties for non-violent drug offenders, especially in light of his support for medical marijuana. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.
Strongly disagree
Yes
Ron DeSantis has historically opposed the legalization of recreational marijuana. As Governor of Florida, he has not pushed for recreational marijuana legalization, focusing instead on expanding access to medical marijuana. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.
Strongly disagree
Yes, and legalize, tax, and regulate marijuana instead of criminalizing it
Given DeSantis's conservative stance on recreational marijuana and lack of support for full legalization, it is unlikely he would agree with legalizing, taxing, and regulating marijuana in lieu of criminalization. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.
Very strongly disagree
Yes, and immediately release anyone serving time solely for drug offenses
DeSantis has not shown support for policies that would release individuals serving time solely for drug offenses, particularly in the context of marijuana, aligning more with a law and order perspective. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.
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Updated 15hrs ago
Republican Party Voters’ Answer: Yes, but only for medical use
Importance: Somewhat Important
Reference: Analysis of answers from 9,863 voters that identify as Republican.
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