It Could Happen Here

Newsom’s Posting Through It

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Aug 25, 2025
The hosts dive into Gavin Newsom's social media antics, revealing his attempts to channel Donald Trump's style for political gain. They critique his lack of substance behind the humor and parody, questioning the effectiveness of such strategies. Discussions also focus on the rising discontent among Democrats and the need for serious attention to issues like healthcare rather than cultural skirmishes. The conversation sheds light on societal impacts stemming from political policies, emphasizing community resilience and a call for systemic change.
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INSIGHT

Mocking Trump Reveals Political Weakness

  • Gavin Newsom's social-media stunt mimics Trump's style but reveals political weakness rather than strength.
  • The hosts argue mimicry substitutes spectacle for substantive action and fails to build durable support.
INSIGHT

Engagement Is Not Electoral Gain

  • Newsom confuses social-media engagement with real political gains and overvalues algorithm-driven anger.
  • Viral content often attracts nonvoters and opponents laughing, not persuadable supporters.
ANECDOTE

Newsom Admits Discomfort On Trans Sports

  • Gavin Newsom described a trans athlete controversy and said he did Charlie Kirk's podcast where he agreed it "wasn't fair."
  • The hosts use this to show Newsom courting conservative cultural positions on live podcasts.
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