The 'Debate' Between Desantis and Newsom Provides a Glimpse into the Conflicting Futures of Various American Visions.

Douglas-Lincoln That Being Said, Neither Man Would Probably Welcome Even a Passing Mention in the Same Sentence.

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in Georgia, There Was a Political Debate on Thursday Night.

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but Not Between Two Contenders for the Presidency. Rather,

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It Involved a Governor and a Presidential Candidate, as well as Another Governor Who Some Speculate May Be One.

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Ron Desantis, the Governor of Florida, Was on One Side.

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Who Is Undoubtedly Seeking the Republican Presidential Nomination in 2024,

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and Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom of California.

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