Newsom is white, he is old, he is a man most likely (there seems to be confusion with some Democrats over the definition of men and women) - for todays Democrats that should disqualify him running for President.
The few democrats I have known here in Florida thought well of Newsom in the past. I'm not sure what their thinking is today, after the inept handling of the LA riots and fires.
Newsom wants to have his name out in front though. I saw an article saying Newsom wanted a debate with VP Vance. That sounds like someone who is planning to run for President.
A lot of people leaving California ever since Newsom became governor there. I can imagine that doesn't bode well for him.
Scott Jennings Expertly Lays Out Why People Are Fleeing California
CNN’s Scott Jennings broke down why so many former Californians are leaving the state for redder pas
townhall.com
.....“It depends on who you ask,” Jennings answered. “If you’re a conservative, you look at California and say, ‘This is a warning.’ High taxes, overregulation, crime, homelessness—it’s a preview of what happens when progressivism goes unchecked. But if you’re on the left, it’s more like a model. It’s a place where they’ve had the power to try out their ideas without much opposition.”
Collins asked whether Jennings believes the trend of people fleeing California is “overblown” or “a real trend.”
“No, it’s real. People are leaving in droves, especially middle-class families. They’re going to places like Texas, Florida, Tennessee—states that are more business-friendly, lower taxes, more freedom,” Jennings replied. “California’s population declined for the first time in its history. That’s a big deal. And it tells you that the policies aren’t working for everyone.”
The anchor then pointed out that “California is still a major economic powerhouse,” to which Jennings responded, “Sure, if you’re in tech or Hollywood or have the right connections, you’re doing fine. But if you’re a working-class person trying to get by, the cost of living is brutal. Gas prices, housing costs, taxes—it adds up. So people vote with their feet.....