There is a running narrative that All Billionaires are Bad

by Joe I @, Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 12:13 (11 days ago) @ Jay
edited by Joe I, Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 14:36

It's a quaint soundbite, and clearly has roots as a generalization, but there are obvious exceptions. Just ask IL about JB Pritzker, or look at Mark Cuban.

Say what you want about Tom Steyer and how he made some of his money, but he has repeatedly shown his progressive bonafides on many issues at least over the last decade. His wealth allows him to not be beholden to PAC money and lobby interests, a significant issue with Becerra's campaign donations.

I don't yet have a horse in this race, but dismissing Steyer just because he's rich would be unfortunate. (And I'm not saying you are, but many seem to be.)


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