Video Commentary: Gavin Newsom Picks a Fight With Ron DeSantis

By Jeff Charles | 4:00 PM on July 08, 2022

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In my latest episode of “A Fresh Perspective,” I detail how and why California Gov. Gavin Newsom has been trying to elevate himself as a rising star in the Democratic Party. On Independence Day, he launched an ad in Florida attacking Gov. Ron DeSantis and his running of the state.

I also make a quick comparison between the two states, and the numbers don’t lie when it comes to which offers a better quality of life. This doesn’t seem to be a smart fight for Newsom to be picking, but perhaps that doesn’t matter.

With the Democrats in dire political straits, it seems Newsom sees an opportunity for himself. The question is: Will he be the Democratic Party’s champion in 2024?

Jeff Charles is the host of "A Fresh Perspective" podcast. He is a contributor for RedState, Newsweek Opinion and also has a Substack called "Chasing Liberty."

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