Why did 100,000 African American women favor DeSantis over Gillum?

William Mattox reports in the Wall Street Journal that newly elected Florida Governor Ron DeSantis owes his victory to minority women.

...about 100,000 African-American women who unexpectedly chose him over the black Democratic candidate, Andrew Gillum.

...What explains Mr. DeSantis’ surprising support from African-American women? Two words: school choice.

More than 100,000 low-income students in Florida participate in the Step Up For Students program, which grants tax-credit funded scholarships to attend private schools. Even more students are currently enrolled in the state’s 650 charter schools.

A social-media campaign by the Florida Federation for Children reminded voters of Mr. Gillum’s strong opposition to school choice. The issue also helped solidify Mr. DeSantis’s support among Latinos at an impressive 44%.

The unexpected outcome of the Florida governor’s race should encourage Republicans nationwide to pitch their education agenda to minority voters. It should also prompt Democrats to rethink their blind allegiance to teachers unions.

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