The California Democratic Party convention did not go as intended for a wide array of candidates seeking big support and major endorsements.
The state party convention delegates have to approve a candidate with 60% of their vote, or no endorsement is offered.
There are so many candidates running for office right now, that they have splintered the vote inexorably
Of the four major Democratic candidates for Governor (with a fifth candidate announcing her bid last week), none of them could achieve an endorsement.
What's more shocking, one of the major candidates, Antonio Villaraigosa, polled way, way behind an otherwise nonentity to many: Delaine Eastin.
Ouch! Let's not forget that Villaraigosa is tap-dancing around signature left-wing causes like single-payer health care, because he is hoping to appear moderate enough to peel away Republican voters in a general election against Gavin Newsom, if the two Democrats are the ones who enter the general election.
But WOW! Eastin got more delegate support than the former mayor of Los Angeles?!
OUCH!
This is not boding well for the California Democratic Party. No matter how much money Delaine raises, she doesn't have major media presence the way that Travis Allen does!
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Dear Arthur --
This weekend the California Democratic Party held its annual convention in San Diego, and Delaine crushed all expectations. Delaine was up against two Democratic Party insiders who had received the Party endorsement just four years ago. She hit a home run, getting 20% of the vote compared to Antonio Villaraigosa’s 9%. No candidate received the endorsement and the corporate money backed frontrunner received just 39%.
People are excited and hopping on the Delaine Train. Can you keep our train running on time by donating today? You can also donate by texting 63566 with the text message Delaine.
Delaine’s message of putting all Californians, and particularly our children, first again, is resonating with people of all ages. She has excited former Hillary and Bernie supporters to elect a woman with real convictions who is not for sale to the highest bidder.
Delaine only answers to the people, but she still needs your help. The media continues to discount her because she hasn’t raised enough money. Help change that narrative by becoming a monthly donor. Or make a one time only contribution today.
Together, we can truly create a brighter future for all Californians.
Thank you,
Jennifer
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