‘Of course I’m the underdog’: the British former spin doctor trying to turn California red
Summary
Steve Hilton, a former British political adviser and Fox News host, is running for governor of California as a Republican. Despite low poll numbers and the state's long history of Democratic leadership, Hilton is campaigning with bold ideas to shake up California’s government and policies.Key Facts
- Steve Hilton was a senior adviser to former UK Prime Minister David Cameron.
- Hilton now hosts a Fox News show and is running for governor of California.
- He is behind by around 20 points in the polls to Democratic candidate Xavier Becerra.
- Hilton wants to abolish California’s Department of Motor Vehicles.
- He proposes lowering gas prices to $3 a gallon and creating new cities in the state.
- Hilton aims to cancel environmental regulations like energy-efficient tire rules.
- He plans to stop the high-speed train project between San Francisco and Los Angeles.
- His slogan is “Enough is enough,” reflecting his belief that Democratic rule has harmed California.
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