Posted originally on the CTH on September 30, 2024 | Sundance

Likely unknown to most readers, tens-of-thousands of Florida residents have homes and cabins in Western North Carolina (WNC).  It is an inside joke in the region about the number of Florida tags on cars there. This is a smart move in principle and in politics by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.

Giving an update from Steinhatchee, Florida, Governor Ron DeSantis was asked about communication from Joe Biden.  Governor DeSantis pointed out that he has not spoken with Biden; however, he would recommend that all available FEMA and Federal recovery efforts be directed immediately to the Western North Carolina region.

DeSantis accurately describes and contrasts the unique challenges faced by people living in the WNC area.  WATCH:

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This is one of those situations where good policy is good politics.