TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WFLA) — In the 2016 presidential election, Donald Trump won Florida by just 1.2 percent of the vote. He likely won’t win it by that little this year. According to the latest polls, Democratic nominee Joe Biden is either in the lead or in a near dead heat with Trump. Biden had a 6 percent lead in a Recent Florida Politics poll, while a University of North Florida and WJCT Public Media poll put the race at a tie. How could Trump’s lead have evaporated so quickly? Here are five reasons why Florida voters may be reconsidering their support for him. 1. The coronavirus pandemic The coronavirus pandemic has been a disaster for Florida, both in terms of public health and the economy. As of Thursday, the state had reported more than 1.3 million cases of COVID-19 and 22,000 deaths. The unemployment rate in Florida is also one of the highest in the nation, at 7.6 percent. Trump’s handling of the pandemic has been widely criticized, and he has been especially unpopular in Florida, where the coronavirus has hit hard. 2. The economy The coronavirus pandemic has also had a devastating impact on the Florida economy. Tourism, one of the state’s biggest industries, has been decimated by the pandemic. Many hotels and restaurants have been forced to close or lay off workers. Trump’s policies have been blamed for the economic downturn, and he has been losing support among voters who are struggling financially. 3. Trump’s character Trump’s character has always been a source of controversy. He has been accused of racism, sexism, and xenophobia. He has also been criticized for his lack of honesty and integrity. Trump’s character has turned off many voters, and it is likely contributing to his declining support in Florida. 4. Biden’s campaign Biden’s campaign has been effective in highlighting Trump’s weaknesses. Biden has portrayed himself as a more experienced and stable leader than Trump. He has also focused on issues that are important to Florida voters, such as the economy and healthcare. Biden’s campaign has been able to convince many voters that he is the better choice for president. 5. Demographics Florida’s demographics are changing. The state is becoming more diverse, and the number of voters who are under the age of 30 is increasing. These voters are more likely to support Democrats than Republicans. The changing demographics of Florida are also contributing to Trump’s declining support. It is clear that Trump is in trouble in Florida. The polls show that Biden is either in the lead or in a near dead heat with Trump. There are a number of reasons why Trump’s lead has evaporated, including the coronavirus pandemic, the economy, Trump’s character, Biden’s campaign, and the changing demographics of Florida. It is still too early to say whether Biden will win Florida, but it is clear that Trump is going to have to fight for every vote..
Election 2020: Five reasons why Trump’s lead in Florida may be shrinking
