Charlie Crist is an American politician who has served as the Governor of Florida from 2007 to 2011. He was originally a member of the Republican Party but later switched to the Democratic Party in 2012. Crist has also held positions as a member of the U.S. House of Representatives and the Florida State Legislature. In 2022, Crist ran for governor again, challenging the incumbent, Ron DeSantis. Throughout his career, he has focused on issues such as education, healthcare, and environmental protection. Crist is known for his moderate political stance and has worked to appeal to a broad range of voters.