A Trump strategist compared Ron DeSantis' candidacy to New Coke, which was released to much fanfare in 1985 but quickly floppedGov. Ron DeSantis of Florida speaks with patrons at the Red Arrow Diner in Manchester, New Hampshire, on May 19, 2023. AP Photo/Robert F. BukatyRon DeSantis has sought to paint himself as a conservative without Donald Trump's political baggage. Trump strategist Chris LaCivita told the Washington Post DeSantis' candidacy was like New Coke. AP Photo/Charles Kelly, fileIn April 1985, Coca-Cola debuted New Coke — a reformulated Coca-Cola that was tweaked to have a smoother and sweeter taste — to much fanfare.

Source: The Star July 30, 2023 00:53 UTC