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Steve Hilton: British strategist becomes unlikely frontrunner for California governor

Steve Hilton: British strategist becomes unlikely frontrunner for California governor

Summary

Steve Hilton, a British political strategist known for his role in the UK Conservative party, is running as a frontrunner in the California governor primary race. Although he is recognized for his unconventional and disruptive ideas, some critics doubt his ability to govern effectively in California’s political system.

Key Facts

  • Steve Hilton gained fame in the UK for his role as director of strategy under Prime Minister David Cameron.
  • He is known for unusual policy ideas, such as trying to make the UK sunnier with state-owned cloud busters.
  • Hilton is now running for governor in California and uses slogans like “Califordable.”
  • Some former UK colleagues criticize him as impatient and unwilling to compromise.
  • He shifted from a liberal UK Conservative image to supporting President Donald Trump and the MAGA movement.
  • Hilton claims to be an environmentalist and believes Democrats copy his ideas.
  • Friends say his disruptive style may not suit California’s political environment.
  • Despite criticism, some believe his unconventional approach might be effective in the US.
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