For over twenty years, California’s Democratic voters have inflicted serious harm on what used to be a thriving Golden State.
This situation is quite alarming.
Years ago, heavyweight boxing champion Larry Holmes faced off against a journeyman fighter known as Randall “Tex” Cobb. Throughout the match, Holmes landed powerful punches, yet Cobb never went down.
Holmes delivered blows so fierce that Cobb’s head spun around, reminiscent of a scene from a horror movie. Yet, Cobb stayed upright.
Holmes essentially used every tactic in the book to win, delivering a relentless beating for 15 rounds, but at the final bell, Cobb still stood tall. When asked if he wanted a rematch, he simply said, “No, I couldn’t stand the punishment from Larry.”
Much like Cobb, non-Democratic voters in California show incredible resilience. Every year, Democratic voters elect officials who impose taxes, spending, and various regulations. Every unwise policy from Washington, D.C., has already been tested in California.
It’s baffling, really; Californians who prefer non-Democratic candidates seem to be in a constant battle for survival. Each morning, they wake to alarms, make their way to coffee shops, and head to work, navigating a landscape that’s becoming increasingly difficult. That’s quite remarkable.
Outside the Lakers’ arena, statues commemorate legendary players, but there’s a distinct lack of recognition for those courageous Californians who consistently vote against the Democratic tide.
Residents who back non-Democratic candidates are watching as their state struggles under policies promoted by Governor Gavin Newsom and the overwhelming Democratic presence in the legislature. Cities like Los Angeles and San Francisco have been dominated by Democratic mayors for years.
Nonetheless, most non-Democratic voters are left with bruises from this political climate. I hold out hope that one day, voters will awaken to the sight of homeless encampments and notice the overpowering stench.
Housing prices in California are double the national average. Furthermore, the state faces the second-highest unemployment rate, sluggish job growth, and has the highest number of undocumented immigrants in the country.
Interestingly, undocumented students in California’s state universities can access reduced in-state tuition, a benefit not available to Wisconsin students who wish to study in California.
California also leads the nation in homelessness rates, has the highest gasoline prices, and the steepest electricity costs among the contiguous states. The state’s income taxes are among the highest as well.
It’s worth noting that the last Republican to hold a statewide office was elected over two decades ago. A long time, right?
Democratic voters have established supermajorities in both the state Senate and legislature, along with Democratic mayors in both Los Angeles and San Francisco. The last time Los Angeles had a Republican mayor was in 1997 when 30% of the voting population were registered Republicans. Today, that figure has dropped to 15%. It’s as if California Republicans are an endangered species.
A few years back, voters approved a project for a high-speed rail linking Los Angeles to San Francisco, initially projected to cost around $33 billion. Now, that cost is expected to exceed $200 billion before construction even starts.
Lawmakers also passed a bill increasing the minimum wage for fast-food workers by nearly 25% in 2023. However, studies show that this led to about 10,000 job losses in the sector, with Pizza Hut alone laying off over 1,100 employees shortly after the bill was signed.
So what now? It’s time for significant action. We need innovative thinking—perhaps it’s time for term limits for voters?
If voters continue choosing Democrats while ignoring the evident failures that come with that choice, it raises concerns about their critical thinking skills. If a person drinks excessively at a bar, we intervene. Isn’t it time to do the same for Democratic voters, allowing them a break from their choices?
Who knows, maybe after some electoral time-out, these voters could reassess their decisions. But let’s be real—most might revert back to old habits.
Yet, there’s still hope for California.
Yes, losing the right to vote would be tough for some. Critics might yell, “You believe Republicans want to suppress our votes!”
So here’s a thought—what about mandatory bumper stickers that say, “Blame me. I voted for this mess.”
