"Casey DeSantis Takes Center Stage in Iowa, Championing Parents' Rights"
Casey DeSantis, the first lady of Florida, launched the "Mamas for DeSantis" program to mobilize moms for her husband's presidential bid. She emphasized her husband's fight for parents' rights, highlighting his opposition to school shutdowns and mask mandates during the pandemic. The DeSantises' focus on family and their roles as parents have been central to Ron DeSantis' campaign, resonating with Iowa parents who find them relatable. The program aims to protect the innocence of children and parental rights. The DeSantises' family-oriented approach has been successful in appealing to conservative parents and the evangelical community.