I criticize when necessary but I give credit where it's due. This was strong by Newsom and more Democrats need to meet this moment with rhetoric AND ACTION. www.nbcnews.com/politics/don...
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Agreed. I'm a state worker and not super happy about some of his choices when it comes to our raises, etc. But he stood up to a bully, and that's what needs to happen.
jun 11, 2025, 4:45 pm • 4 0 • view
You all have the top 4th largest, best economy in the WORLD. but ok, he is bad. Right
jun 11, 2025, 10:40 pm • 1 0 • view
Every Democrat must show up or shut up.
jun 11, 2025, 2:51 am • 2 0 • view
Same. A lot - all? - politicians are about as good as their last speech or interview. But take it one day at a time now.
jun 11, 2025, 5:57 am • 0 0 • view
Nope! Newsome stands for the rule of law and every American against a despot.
jun 11, 2025, 3:06 am • 2 0 • view
Absolutely !! bsky.app/profile/getw...
jun 11, 2025, 11:40 am • 1 0 • view
He is heto.
jun 11, 2025, 7:10 pm • 0 0 • view
We need more of this by more of DEMS! Keep it up!
jun 11, 2025, 7:33 pm • 1 0 • view
If ever there was a moment to put aside purity tests and embrace a voice that will be a full-throated defense of the rule of law against a lawless regime, this is it. Newsom is far from perfect but if he wants to fight for us, I’m happy to have him.
jun 11, 2025, 2:36 am • 46 0 • view
But is he really fighting or just tossing empty platitudes?
jun 11, 2025, 3:11 am • 1 0 • view
Fighting and facing jail
jun 11, 2025, 3:39 pm • 3 0 • view
He's on our side. That doesn't require him to have every single exact thought that you have. You're either on the team or you're not. You should maybe look up what solidarity means if you're going to use it as your handle.
jun 12, 2025, 1:25 am • 0 0 • view
My solidarity is with people on the ground, not the opportunists that just look to gain, and as soon as they get in a position of power, they turn around and kick the ladder. Funny that you mention solidarity when you are immediately creating divisions. Maybe you need to look it up yourself.
jun 12, 2025, 2:50 am • 0 0 • view
Ah jesus fucking christ, it's all about you, isn't it? Trump is sending ICE tactical teams to my city. I'll be there, pitching in, not thinking for a moment whether those I'm side-to-side with agree with me on every single fucking thing. You're piss, but I'm still on your side.
jun 12, 2025, 2:54 am • 0 0 • view
Forgive me for being skeptical of the idiots at the top. Newsom hasn’t had an issue cleaning out homeless encampments using the same forces that Trump is using. Never made this about myself, just about remaining sober in these hard times. Cheers.
jun 12, 2025, 3:27 am • 0 0 • view
This is based on the assumption that you aren't just as much of an idiot. Forgive me for being skeptical of that.
jun 12, 2025, 4:50 am • 0 0 • view
Two comments and you are already calling me an idiot? Yeah, sounds like you are a very level-headed guy. 🫡 good luck jumping to assumptions.
jun 12, 2025, 6:56 am • 0 0 • view
As long as his message is strong and gets above the noise, is backed by action, and he stops giving a platform to the opposition, I'm OK. The problem is, people like him and Cory Booker only seem to be able to be on the right side for a limited time. Then they're back on the side of the donors.
jun 11, 2025, 3:17 am • 7 0 • view
This is true. I think it's widely believed that Newsom has aspirtations to run for president and to see him put out such a forceful and articulate response should be a lesson for other dems who are making cynical calculations to adhere to "kitchen table" talking points.
jun 11, 2025, 8:08 pm • 0 0 • view
So funny. I tried to give Newsom a singular ounce of credit for being willing to speak out against autocracy while also criticizing his “dude bro podcast” & the Tankies still attacked me. It’s almost like Russia, Iran, Hungary, Türkiye, etc, have a legion of bots 🤔 & accounts compromised by bots
jun 11, 2025, 6:31 am • 0 0 • view
We need more of this
jun 11, 2025, 2:34 am • 3 0 • view
Right on.
jun 11, 2025, 2:54 am • 1 0 • view
Please everyone call your Senators! The Budget will supercharge ICE! ICE agents are getting bonuses and $$ while enacting violence in our cities. From Indivisible newsletter.
jun 11, 2025, 4:01 pm • 2 1 • view
Superb.
jun 11, 2025, 3:55 pm • 1 0 • view
CA here. He makes me mad because he did kicked ass here, and stood strong during the fires, but then turns around and does a podcast platforming RWingers. I dont need this whiplash from my Gov.
jun 11, 2025, 3:59 pm • 0 0 • view
They need to get to LA and show support. Time to put up or shut up.
jun 11, 2025, 2:35 am • 0 0 • view
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jun 11, 2025, 5:00 am • 1 0 • view
!!
jun 11, 2025, 3:43 am • 1 0 • view
the fundraising email right before this , though?
jun 11, 2025, 2:39 am • 0 0 • view
If he draws blood it may turn into a feeding frenzy
jun 11, 2025, 2:38 am • 0 0 • view
NBC writers appear confident there will be a 2028 election. This isn’t a campaign trail. We want to preserve our freedom.
jun 11, 2025, 2:37 am • 3 0 • view
It's true. Say what you will, Newsom got up and used Trump's face for a mop.
jun 11, 2025, 2:37 am • 18 0 • view
LAPD beating the shit out of protesters OK. National Guard beating the shit out of protesters Bad.
jun 11, 2025, 4:57 pm • 0 0 • view
Talk is cheap. Let’s see Newsom marching.
jun 11, 2025, 5:08 pm • 0 0 • view
People are starving for folks to fight back and I’m really thankful he’s doing this. More rich white Dems need to do this
jun 11, 2025, 2:39 am • 5 0 • view
What does Gavin's friend Charlie Kirk think? Newsom will never get the stench off himself.
jun 11, 2025, 2:50 am • 1 0 • view
💪 Peaceful protests 💪 Focus. DEATH ☠️ budget 🛑 STOP 🛑 So back to calling our congressional representatives (202) 224-3121 TODAY Also CALL your senators STOP this horrible death budget CALL everyday until this budget is defeated By now we should have our senators on speed dial 😄
jun 11, 2025, 2:43 am • 2 0 • view
I don’t love newsom, but if he’s going to fight this anti American thug moron in the White House, then Go Gavin!
jun 11, 2025, 2:45 am • 17 1 • view
Powerful and Newsom is spot on. It’s about damn time.
jun 11, 2025, 2:43 am • 8 1 • view
AOC isn't supported and boosted. Lets hope Newsom can cut through.
jun 11, 2025, 2:36 am • 0 0 • view
Agreed: when people deserve credit, give it to them.
jun 11, 2025, 4:19 pm • 0 0 • view
His rhetoric still isn't strong enough.
jun 11, 2025, 2:40 am • 0 0 • view
Newsom has had some missteps but this moment shows that he can step up and lead. Great men are not born. They're forged by rising to meet the challenges placed before them. Whether that will be the case for Newsom, I can't say, but he's on the right track so far.
jun 11, 2025, 6:55 am • 0 0 • view
All the Democrat governors should come together and make a statement of solidarity to resist the flouting of the Constitution by the current administration.
jun 11, 2025, 4:31 pm • 0 0 • view
Where are the other drms leaders?? Seems there aren't any.
jun 11, 2025, 3:50 pm • 0 0 • view
I would like to hear a Dead Kennedys California Uber Alles version of this.
jun 11, 2025, 2:35 am • 0 0 • view
Arguably, with this speech Governor Newsom became the de facto leader of the Party. That address was not solely about California; it was a rallying cry to save our 248-year old democracy from encroaching fascism. The most significant demonstration of resistance since Senator Booker’s filibuster.
jun 11, 2025, 12:20 pm • 10 1 • view
It's not an excuse, but I think the reality is most members of congress feel they don't have enough power to go up against Trump. It takes a governor, especially one of such a big powerful state as California to do it. Trump's Mafioso-type threats just don't penetrate so easily.
jun 11, 2025, 10:40 am • 2 0 • view
If you live in Maryland, please call @govwesmoore.bsky.social (Gov Wes Moore) at (410) 974-3901 and tell him to speak out against ICE's unlawful raids in Maryland and Trump's overreach in Los Angeles, which could easily happen in our blue state. 🦀
jun 11, 2025, 2:44 am • 4 0 • view
Agreed if Democrats had been strong in the first place we wouldn’t be where we are today.
jun 11, 2025, 3:31 am • 1 0 • view
No Fuck him. Tell him to stop LAPD from attacking citizens.
jun 11, 2025, 6:14 pm • 0 0 • view
He has for fuck sake Their treason is not on him Its why we have shitty leaders in the Dem party You're all so quick to have an opinion about every fucking thing that you know nothing about
jun 11, 2025, 10:39 pm • 0 0 • view
Crap!!! Newsome drives me crazy at times but I’m proud of him in this moment .
jun 11, 2025, 2:46 am • 5 0 • view
I’m glad to see this from him. Interesting to see if his horrendous podcast guest list changes. He should not be helping those doing this.
jun 11, 2025, 2:44 am • 8 0 • view
His police dept are more fascist than ICE, directly targeting any protest peaceful or not, any journalist even bystanders or those trying to get to their homes. How's that positive democratic action?
jun 11, 2025, 8:11 am • 0 0 • view
jun 11, 2025, 4:04 pm • 1 0 • view
Indeed he was excellent. Wait and watch what Governor JB Pritzker says soon when his time comes.
jun 11, 2025, 2:37 am • 19 0 • view
Yes, 100% you are right on. I was thinking about Pritzker too.
jun 11, 2025, 3:21 am • 4 0 • view
i've never been happier to be wrong about someone. i voted for his opponant in the primaries cuz i thought he was just an empty rich man. He has AMAZED us here in Illinois.
jun 11, 2025, 3:34 pm • 1 0 • view
very cool comment ✅ Chicago is my original hometown 😀 hey don't forget - there's a fab celebration coming Saturday⤵️
jun 11, 2025, 3:58 pm • 1 0 • view
Folks constantly criticize Gov. Newsom, but when push comes to shove, the governor shows great leadership. He ducks no one.
jun 11, 2025, 2:43 am • 3 0 • view
Call a cheater a cheat call rapist a rapist a felon a felon call Trump out / don't pat him on the head like some ordinary toddler
jun 11, 2025, 3:32 am • 1 0 • view
That's what fearless leadership sounds like.
jun 11, 2025, 2:34 am • 2 0 • view
Agreed. He veered off into pandering to fascists, but he's risen to the moment the past 48 hrs.
jun 12, 2025, 12:35 am • 0 0 • view
Gavin Newsom is not the solution, but he gets credit for doing something! fighting for his state. Taking it to Trump.
jun 11, 2025, 3:37 am • 1 0 • view
And action? You mean concerned tweets and strongly worded letters won’t cut it? 🧐
jun 11, 2025, 3:33 pm • 1 0 • view
Trump threw Newsom a lifeline albeit unintended and Newsom saw the opportunity and is maximizing it.
jun 11, 2025, 5:40 am • 0 0 • view
Someone had to be brave enough to make a stand, and governor Gavin Newsom stood up. 💪👏👏
jun 11, 2025, 3:25 am • 1 0 • view
More of this!!!!! Everywhere!!!
jun 11, 2025, 3:16 am • 1 0 • view
He annoyed me with his recent podcast courting the likes of Kirk & Bannon, but Newsom is someone who absolutely has the balls to go after Trump in a way many Dems won’t. That’s the only language Trump & Maga respect & fear.
jun 11, 2025, 2:42 am • 4 1 • view
Trump needs to be called out immediately on every lie. Which is every sentence. That’s scary.
jun 11, 2025, 2:46 am • 0 0 • view
Both are Jesus educated. The only thing the jesuit fears is traditional Catholicism and orthodox Christianity
jun 11, 2025, 2:58 am • 0 0 • view
This is not political. This is not politics. This is a Russian coup. Nothing the magats have done is politics.
jun 11, 2025, 3:59 pm • 3 0 • view
Finally, someone willing to stand up to the bully in the White House.
jun 11, 2025, 3:36 pm • 6 0 • view
Why is it that everyone feels the need to qualify their support? I know what solidarity means and I'll follow through with it. Newsom has my support and any disagreements I have with his policies don't need to be mentioned right now. Maybe my criticisms aren't as "necessary" as I think they are.
jun 12, 2025, 1:21 am • 0 0 • view
Because until last week Newsom was courting nazis on his podcast. Speaking as one of his constituents, he is just about the last person I expected to stand up and show backbone. I want more of this. I especially want it from people with less unforced baggage. If he’s the only fighter tho, so be it.
jun 12, 2025, 2:30 am • 1 0 • view
That's a lot of words to say you don't know what solidarity means. I'll support you even if you don't support yourself for petty, bullshit reasons. "But he's not perfect!" NOR ARE YOU
jun 12, 2025, 2:35 am • 1 0 • view
Thats a lot of words to demand fealty to a politician. I refuse to be part of blue MAGA.
jun 12, 2025, 4:32 am • 0 0 • view
I don't demand anything. If you don't want to pitch in and help help, don't. I'll do what I can to support you anyway.
jun 12, 2025, 4:49 am • 0 0 • view
100%
jun 11, 2025, 10:42 pm • 0 0 • view
I give him credit for meeting the moment
jun 11, 2025, 11:39 pm • 0 0 • view
I remember who this guy is. I would not trust this guy. I like your sentiment however, I don’t think it fits in this case. Why give credit when it’s his job?
jun 11, 2025, 4:09 am • 0 0 • view
it kills me it's him stepping up, but he's leading in ways I scream for dems to lead.
jun 11, 2025, 9:48 pm • 0 0 • view
Why does it kill you. He is a very very good leader Maybe you need to reevaluate how + why you write leaders off
jun 11, 2025, 10:37 pm • 2 0 • view
Hes an opportunist imo and he started a frigging podcast interviewing the likes of Steve Bannon. Bannon has nothing to say to anyone that believes in American democracy.
jun 11, 2025, 10:51 pm • 0 0 • view
Yeah. So fucking what? Better than those riding a podium every day, spitting bs, collecting $ w no action We need to hear what that snake, jacuzzi tub bastard is up to. Keep friends close, enemies closer. Can't strategize if you don't know what they're doing. So big fucking deal
jun 12, 2025, 8:17 pm • 0 0 • view
Instead Democrats bsky.app/profile/jona...
jun 11, 2025, 5:03 am • 1 0 • view
And of course NBC News has to put a horse race spin on it.
jun 11, 2025, 2:35 am • 4 0 • view
It has been easy to criticize Gavin as of late but easy to give credit these past few days.
jun 11, 2025, 2:54 am • 1 0 • view
One would hope the leadership of the opposing political party, @schumer.senate.gov @hakeem-jeffries.bsky.social @durbin.senate.gov would have such courage. They are woefully incompetent.
jun 11, 2025, 3:55 pm • 1 1 • view
Yep. The cream is rising to the top. Pritzker, Newsom, AOC, Murphy, Raskin and a few others.
jun 11, 2025, 9:56 am • 1 0 • view
Shadow cabinet.
jun 11, 2025, 2:39 am • 2 0 • view
He's a narcissist and a showboat, but I'm grateful for his strong stance and communication right now. He seems to be one of the very few standing up and getting above the noise. I understand why that is, but others need to find a way to make news with their opposition in this moment as well.
jun 11, 2025, 3:15 am • 2 0 • view
Where are the dems? Not a peep when Johnson wants a governor to be tarred and feathered? Schumer, Hakeem, Nancy, Harris, Obama Bernie AOC on and on. Gavin is fighting. He is leading. He deserves our support
jun 11, 2025, 2:37 am • 4 0 • view
Bernie released a statement earlier today.
jun 11, 2025, 2:39 am • 3 0 • view
I support Newsom 100% in this! And I 100% wouldn't vote for him for POTUS.
jun 11, 2025, 2:35 am • 2 0 • view
He showed courage and spoke the plain truth about the danger of this moment, and he has my support if it means weakening Trump. Hopefully—if we get through this—there will be a time to choose our ideal leader but now is *not the fucking time.*
jun 12, 2025, 2:53 am • 0 0 • view
It's too bad that you won't promote those that do. You rather lump all Democrats together as doing nothing.
jun 11, 2025, 3:19 pm • 0 0 • view
he's literally promoting what Newsom is doing...
jun 11, 2025, 3:33 pm • 1 0 • view
Perhaps you misunderstood. He promoted Newsom but isn't promoting all the others that are saying the same. He'd rather paint all Democrats as feckless.
jun 11, 2025, 3:37 pm • 2 0 • view
He is such an eloquent and compassionate speaker. Taco gave him the megaphone😂🤣😂
jun 11, 2025, 3:17 am • 3 0 • view
he's clear thinking and a hero
jun 11, 2025, 6:25 pm • 2 0 • view