California Governor Gavin Newsom, often likened to a slick used car salesman by his critics, appears to be setting the stage for a potential run for the White House.
This is suggested by his recent announcement of launching a new podcast. The podcast, according to Newsom, will serve as a platform for him to engage in direct conversations with people he disagrees with, those he admires, and the general public.
As reported by RedState, Newsom's podcast announcement was met with skepticism and criticism. The governor, who is often referred to as "Gov. Hair Gel" by RedState's Jennifer Oliver O'Connell, is seen as diverting his attention from pressing state issues such as wildfires, to focus on his podcast and potential presidential campaign.
Newsom's promise of a podcast that deviates from the "ordinary politician podcast" and is devoid of "typical political mumbo jumbo" has been met with cynicism. Critics argue that Newsom, who they see as the epitome of a "slick politician," should be focusing on the economic issues under the Biden administration, such as the rising prices of eggs and other commodities due to "Bidenflation."
The California governor also stated that his podcast would feature conversations with some of the "biggest leaders" in the "MAGA movement" in its initial weeks. This has raised questions about who among the conservative leaders would be willing to engage with Newsom, given his liberal policies and the state of affairs in California under his leadership. Critics argue that Newsom's attempt to portray himself as a centrist through his podcast is a transparent effort that is unlikely to succeed.
Newsom's podcast venture is seen by some as an attempt by the Democrats to gain more ground in the podcast arena. However, critics argue that people are more interested in action rather than talk, a sentiment that contributed to the popularity of former President Donald Trump.
Newsom is no stranger to the podcast world. He is already a co-host of the podcast "Politickin'" with Marshawn Lynch and Doug Hendrickson. However, the podcast has been criticized for its content and low viewership, with recent episodes garnering less than a thousand views.
Newsom's new podcast announcement has been met with backlash, with critics questioning when he will find the time to fulfill his duties as governor. His critics argue that he should focus on the job he was elected to do rather than launching a podcast.
The announcement also sparked a wave of criticism on social media, with users questioning Newsom's priorities and his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. One user questioned Newsom's decision to host a party at the French Laundry without masks during the pandemic, while strict COVID-19 regulations were in place and thousands of small businesses were struggling.
Newsom's critics argue that his current podcast with Marshawn Lynch has not been a success and question his ability to govern effectively. The reactions to his announcement suggest that Newsom's podcast venture and potential presidential run may face significant challenges.
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