He is doing what I want to see every Dem do.

I liked him sending hurricane relief supplies Puerto Rico ahead of the hurricane.

I think he’s been knocking it out of the park. Not only is he getting under Trump’s skin, it’s also playing *really* well for sound bites and for the ‘DO SOMETHING’ people on social media who think Dems aren’t doing enough.

I’m loving it!

Don't know yet if I'd vote for Newsom, but I'd definitely vote for his social media person! 🔥

Yeah, but don't forget how he first threw trans people under the bus. His transphobia is a big no for many.

I’ve been watching his haters on my ‘Go Gavin’ posts for days. He really blew it for them on trans rights and the rights of the unhoused.

Hint: Trans rights are human rights. Once we have authentic human rights, everything else falls in line (military, housing, HC, education). I’m in Texas and we’re just trying to get basic representation. Let’s start with that.

Love that he’s obliterating the clown!

That ain't no dark Newsom, that's just plain Newsom. That impersonator with Charlie Kirk? Mystery man

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As a parent if a trans child Newsom has a long way to go before he earns my trust back. Throwing trans kids under the bus is not the way.

As opposed to who is in office now?!

?? Clearly who is in office now is horrific for my child - ending gender affirming care, pushing for exclusion and erasure of trans kids. My point is simply I hope Newsom will stop throwing trans youth under the bus. That is separate from whether I'd support him as the nominee

There are A LOT of people that agree with him on this particular subject. They won't say it on places like this because getting trashed on social media sucks.

Not anti trans and people should let others be but Lia Thomas should not have been allowed to compete in women’s sports. She transitioned after male puberty and testosterone made her taller and stronger than her female competitors, an unfair advantage.

I’m sorry people seem to think your comment leaves you open as a target for their disappointment over how people voted last time, leaving us with trump. Just wanted to say I understand your point of view, and am watching too.

Thank you. I don't mind clarifying, I understand their fear

An election isn't a marriage proposal, it's just a fork in the road.

I will happily vote for a dem who I wish was not repeating rhetoric that puts my child in danger.

You're a mom first 👍

JD Vance will be better. 🙄

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OK, let's pick another vulnerable minority to throw under the bus. Muslims, atheists? Either you stand for everyone or you stand for no one.

Sounds like a solid plan. Good luck with that.

Glad you're willing to give up on the rights of LGBTQ people - no sacrifice is too great for centrists.

Cool story. Anyways... you're free not to engage.

I know! I'm pretty upset about that, still! WTH was he thinking? He's shining in other areas, but there's no chance in hell that I would vote for him if he runs in 2028!!

same

So how did that purity test go this time around with Gaza?

I didn't say I would not vote for him or support him if he is the dem nom because of his recent comments on trans youth. I said he has lost my trust. Two very different things. I can make an informed choice and still wish a candidate wasn't repeating rhetoric that puts my child in danger.

Our entire country is under attack. I appreciate that Newsom is focused on that!

He may never earn my trust back but we will never get a perfect candidate. At some point we have to realize that we just need to get rid of this disgusting bunch of criminals, whatever it takes. If we don't, we will never have a chance to rebuild into a decent society.

SO happy he’s my Governor.

Love this. He and Biden should start a band!

Lest we forget that his wife testified against Harvey Wepstein!!

OMG I LOVE THIS...stealing!!

He’s always been there.

Personally I love it and hopes it motivates others with influence to step up and get going.

He is a flaming transphobe who is unelectable.

That’s bullshit!

Read his comments on trans athletes and youth. He doesn't believe that "boys" should be competing in women's sports. Call me a "boy" to my face and see what happens.

I love it!

The Democratic leadership aka establishment are worthless. They say quite and collect the oligarchy money for staying quite.

Every time he's asked about it he responds: How come it's only wrong when I do it?

When you look at how ineffectual Schumer & Hakeem are-it shows we need new leadership, desperately. They're still acting afraid to say anything in case Republicans attack them for it! They need to have their own attack lines ready ahead of time. @chrismurphyct.bsky.social @crockett.house.gov

I hate that he has so many Dems who dislike him. I don’t understand why.

He decided to punch down on trans girls in sports in March for no other reason than he wants to run for the presidency

Partly because of who he invites to interview on his podcast, like Dr. Phil 🙄 But at this point beggars can’t be choosers. I love how Newsom is not scared of confronting Trump. Wish my governor would stand up to him

That's what made me back off my enthusiasm for him. Any time you give fascists a platform, it legitimizes them. No one needs to do that, especially a CA governor. I'm cautiously optimistic he might be who we need but waiting to see.

I agree with you & lot of ppl told him that they didn't like it...And Newsom back off from it & stopped.

I haven’t listened to to his podcast, but I’m going to. I think it’s important to be aware of just how 🦇 💩 crazy the other side really is. We know they’re nuts but it seems to get worse everyday. I hate being blindsided.

Newsom’s recently had on great guests like @hcrichardson.bsky.social 🗽and @betoorourke.bsky.social 💪 💙💙💙

He hasn't been very good on trans issues.

Dens gotta vote blue no matter who. Or we’ll end up with Vance for eight years. Please!!!

They are tRump sympathizers.

A lot of Dems have bought into Gavin Newson as the San Francisco/California Liberal. A talking point via MAGA. Because MAGAs love to talk shit about California, due to the fact that we are a totally blue state.

Thank you!

I understand why. But he is 💯 right on this.

Conservatives loved the idea of him running for pres -- a liberal governor of a state with a lot of issues who made a bunch of mistakes during covid seems to easy to beat. But the further we get from lockdowns that might not be as relevant? And he's showing what a good campaigner he would be

Bcthe other side&foreign agents push misinformation&disinformation about him I lived in California when he was mayor& saw him become governor after decades of civil service Jerry brown had complete faith&trust in him&Kamala Ppl just want to hate and pick that’s why we have trump now

It's been a combination of things. - His personal actions during Covid. - His perceived war on the homeless. - His opinions on a divisive topic (trans youth in sports) are known. - His podcast has been called platforming. - He's seen as another lobbyist's candidate during people's calls for change.

Count me among those who think Dems aren't doing enough and haven't done enough. Perception is reality. Thank goodness we have Newsom hitting them where it hurts. The MAGA reactions to his posts on Xhitter are priceless. He clearly hit a nerve.

I’m glad to see Gov. Newsom doing what he’s doing. Right now I’m quite sure he’s living in Trump’s head rent free!

If he an figure out how to defend additional cities in CA from ICE and/or federal takeovers I'd consider voting for him in 2028.

Glad my kids moved back there from Floriduh! Hate deathsantis who bends the knee even without a given opportunity.

Gavin Newsom is an empty suit. He's been a pretty terrible governor of CA & he is all talk no action. His policies are the same neoliberal bullshit that got us trump.

Is that why California is the 4th economy in the world? I know he’s not perfect but he must be doing something good.

He's not responsible in any way, for California being the 4th largest economy in the world. I'm a displaced Californian & the problems that drove me from my home state in 2008 have only gotten much worse. No one expects perfection, but he's not even good.