California made Gavin Newsom famous. Will it drag down his 2028 presidential ambitions?
SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (AP) — Gavin Newsom’s secret is no secret here in South Carolina. They were selling “Gavin 2028” buttons outside his events this past week as he trekked across the state…
South Carolina voter Vera DeVito, a 78-year-old Democrat, expressed skepticism about Gavin Newsom's chances of appealing to the entire country, citing her unfamiliarity with his policies and his California roots. This sentiment reflects the state's complex relationship with California, which is often viewed as a symbol of modern liberalism by those in the South.
Newsom's competitors, such as Pete Buttigieg from Michigan and Josh Shapiro from Pennsylvania, may have a stronger case to appeal to moderate and independent voters, who are crucial for a successful presidential campaign. Newsom's own team has acknowledged the phenomenon known as "California derangement syndrome," which has plagued several of the state's past governors, including Pete Wilson, Jerry Brown, Tom Steyer, and Kamala Harris.
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