Gavin Newsom’s Latest Gaffe Proves He’s Out of Touch
Another day, another cringe-worthy moment from a Democrat elite trying to relate to everyday Americans. This time, Gavin Newsom decided to tell a crowd in Atlanta how relatable he is by bragging about his low SAT scores.
Here’s the lowdown on the developing controversy:
- Newsom told an audience he got a 960 on his SAT.
- He admitted he “cannot read a speech.”
- Conservatives are blasting the comments as “racist” and condescending.
- The clip of his comments has been viewed millions of times.
Newsom’s “Relatable” Moment Backfires
Newsom, fresh off promoting his memoir, “Young Man in a Hurry,” thought it would be smart to tell a predominantly black audience about his less-than-stellar academic record. He seemed to think this would endear him to them. Instead, it’s blowing up in his face. His attempt to appear “down with black folks” has been branded as “soft bigotry” by Senator Ted Cruz.
The would-be presidential hopeful, currently the Governor of California, told Mayor Andre Dickens: “I’m a 960 SAT guy…you’ve never seen me read a speech. Because I cannot read a speech. Maybe the wrong business to be in.” Rapper Nickii Minaj chimed in, blasting Newsom for slowing his speech down and talking in a “sporadic cadence.” Ouch.
Is This the End of Newsom’s Presidential Dreams?
Plenty of folks on social media are calling this a disqualifying moment for Newsom. Joe Concha, a media commentator, says to “run this ad over and over in 2027-2028…” This is a clear sign that many believe this blunder could seriously damage Newsom’s chances of winning the White House.
Of course, Newsom’s team is trying to do damage control. His spokesperson called the criticism “MAGA-manufactured outrage.” But, this reeks of desperation. Maybe Newsom should focus on fixing California’s problems before he embarrasses himself further on the national stage.
What Does This Mean for the Future?
This incident highlights the Democrats’ continued struggle to connect with everyday Americans. Too often, they rely on condescending rhetoric and identity politics to try and win votes. The people are tired of it. They want real solutions, not another politician trying to sound “woke.”
This debacle also exposes a deeper issue: the Left’s obsession with lowering standards. Instead of celebrating achievement and striving for excellence, they try to tear everyone down to the lowest common denominator. This is not the way to build a strong America.
Will the Democrats ever learn their lesson, or will they continue to insult the intelligence of the American people?
