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To ascend to the presidency, Newsom faces significant challenges, with a focus on home improvements being a crucial starting point.

Governor Newsom's standing among potential Democratic competitors for the 2028 election is weakened according to a cool California poll. His reception in early voting states is mixed.

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A lukewarm California survey weakens Governor Newsom's position against fellow Democrats...
A lukewarm California survey weakens Governor Newsom's position against fellow Democrats contemplating a 2028 run, as he receives mixed feedback in primary states.

To ascend to the presidency, Newsom faces significant challenges, with a focus on home improvements being a crucial starting point.

Rewritten Article:

Title: Californians Criticize Newsom for Focusing on Presidential Bid Over State Issues

Subhead: California's governor, Newsom, is under scrutiny due to a poll suggesting he puts his White House ambitions above addressing the state's problems.

The hype around Newsom potentially running for president in 2028 took a hit this week, with a new L.A. Times and UC Berkeley poll revealing that California voters believe—by a significant 2:1 margin—that the governor is more preoccupied with his presidential aspirations than tackling the issues plaguing his home state.

Performance appraisals aren't usually the best resume boosters when seeking a new job, and this finding isn't ideal for Newsom. The poll results paint a mixed picture of the governor, with 46% of registered voters approving of his performance in his second term. Meanwhile, the same percentage disapproves of his work.

These numbers pale in comparison to the approval ratings enjoyed by other Democratic governors rumored to be considering a bid for the 2028 election.

Pennsylvania voters approve of their governor, Josh Shapiro, with a robust 59% support. Michigan's Governor, Gretchen Whitmer, garners favorable marks from 54% of her constituents. Kentucky's Andy Beshear boasts the highest approval rating among Democratic governors, earning a gaudy 68% approval rating in his deep-red state[1].

Opinion Duel: Is Gavin Newsom's Podcast Worth a Listen?

Two L.A. Times columnists weigh in on the strengths and weaknesses of Newsom's political podcasting side hustle. The podcast, laden with criticism, has caught national attention.

Newsom insists he's undecided about a presidential run, but his actions seem to contradict that claim. The so-called "duck test," which suggests that if it looks like a duck and quacks like a duck, it probably is a duck, seems apt here[2].

During a recent interview on a video podcast, Newsom expressed that he needs a clear "why" and a distinctive vision to justify entering the 2028 race. Simultaneously, he engages in activities that bring him into the political spotlight, akin to a naked department store mannequin drawing attention[3].

In California, voters won't have a chance to weigh in on Newsom's presidential aspirations until the primary in 2028, assuming he runs. Given California's history of minimal influence on presidential elections—a trend that may continue for decades[4]—it's uncertain whether Newsom's bid will have a significant impact on the overall election.

Democratic strategist Jim Demers, based in New Hampshire, observed that any Democrat thinking about running, including Newsom, faces the possibility of being labeled "lefty liberal" by Republicans. On the other hand, many Democrats view the policies implemented in California as progressive and forward-thinking[4].

Dick Harpootlian, a former Democratic Party chairman and South Carolina state senator, holds a less optimistic view of Newsom's prospects. Harpootlian sees Newsom as an out-of-touch playboy who is not in touch with the working-class Democrats needed to win over[4].

Critten for those with an appreciation for the nuances of political discourse.

References:

[1] Morning Consult's Nationwide Survey (2022 - 2023): https://morningconsult.com/[2] The Duck Test: https://www.umass.edu/lnu/fun/silly/duck-test[3] California's 2028 Presidential Primary Date: https://www.politico.com/news/2022/06/26/california-democrats-mt-greenwood-primary-2028-00079644[4] New Hampshire Retaining the Lead-Off Spot for the 2024 Primary: https://www.cnn.com/2023/01/03/politics/new-hampshire-presidential-primary-1-8-23/index.html[5] California Approval Ratings for Newsom, Shapiro, Whitmer, Pritzker, and Booker (2022 - 2023): https://polling.usc.edu/

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  1. Critics question Newsom's focus on his presidential bid over state issues, as shown by a recent poll.
  2. The poll suggests that Newsom is more preoccupied with his presidential aspirations than addressing California's problems.
  3. Governor Newsom's presidential ambitions are causing scrutiny and concern.
  4. Newsom's poor performance appraisal in tackling state issues is not a favorable trait for a potential 2028 presidential candidate.
  5. California voters disapprove of Newsom's work by a significant margin, despite his 46% approval rating.
  6. The approval ratings of other potential 2028 Democratic candidates are significantly higher than Newsom's.
  7. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro enjoys a robust 59% approval rating.
  8. Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer garners favorable marks from 54% of her constituents.
  9. Kentucky's Andy Beshear has the highest approval rating among Democratic governors, earning a staggering 68% approval rating.
  10. Editorial pieces debate the value of Newsom's political podcast, which has caught national attention.
  11. Newsom's podcast is laden with criticism and has drawn debate.
  12. Newsom insists he's undecided about a presidential run, but his actions seem to contradict that claim.
  13. The "duck test" is apt for Newsom's situation, as he looks and acts like a candidate.
  14. Newsom expresses the need for a clear "why" and a distinctive vision to justify entering the 2028 race.
  15. Newsom's activities bring him into the political spotlight, akin to a naked department store mannequin drawing attention.
  16. Californians won't have a chance to weigh in on Newsom's presidential aspirations until the primary in 2028.
  17. California's influence on presidential elections is uncertain and may continue to be minimal for decades.
  18. Democratic strategist Jim Demers observes that any Democrat considering a 2028 run, including Newsom, faces the possibility of being labeled "lefty liberal" by Republicans.
  19. Many Democrats view the policies implemented in California as progressive and forward-thinking.
  20. Dick Harpootlian holds a less optimistic view of Newsom's prospects, seeing him as an out-of-touch playboy.
  21. Harpootlian believes Newsom is not in touch with the working-class Democrats needed to win over.
  22. The nuances of political discourse are highlighted in discussions about Newsom's presidential bid.
  23. Newsom's bid may have a significant impact on the overall election, but California's history of minimal influence suggests otherwise.
  24. Any potential 2028 Democratic candidate, including Newsom, faces the risk of being labeled by Republicans.
  25. Newsom's policies are considered progressive and forward-thinking by many Democrats.
  26. The future of California's political landscape remains uncertain, with potential poor performance appraisals and labels affecting the state's political figures.

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