I also thought he was pretty good there

by ndbk32 , Los Angeles, Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 17:54 (12 days ago) @ Silk

I'd reflexively lumped him in the "Give me a break" bucket 'cause he's been so thirsty for so long. But I can see the appeal of electing a strong executive type who (theoretically) doesn't need anyone's money. Of course, the executive background doesn't always translate into politics... the guy would have to find ways to get things through the 5,000 competing interest groups who'll try to stymie him every step of the way.

I liked Porter in Congress, and I think she has some good ideas and goals. But her reputation is a question mark. Obviously not great if she's an asshole to her employees, but more pragmatically I want her to be able to win people over and get shit done (see the above note about Steyer).

Becerra seems completely competent and fine and someone who will not change a damn thing over the course of his term. I want experience, but not a seat-filler.