Former MSNOW host Joy Reid recently expressed concerns on “The Joy Reid Show” regarding the California Democratic Party’s handling of the gubernatorial race. She criticized their vetting process, suggesting that it was inadequate and led to two Republican candidates securing the top spots. This comes amid broader worries about the Democratic Party’s readiness for the upcoming elections.
Reid highlighted the significance of California in the overall electoral landscape, emphasizing that maintaining control of the state is vital for Democratic success. “We really care about this city not turning Republican,” she stated, pointing out California’s crucial role in presidential elections due to its 54 Electoral College votes.
She raised questions about whether party officials had conducted sufficient opposition research during the primaries, implying that the lack of thoroughness has hurt their chances. “Don’t you have an opposition research team within the Democratic Governors Association?” she wondered, hinting at missed opportunities.
Reid was clear about the risks, noting that internal issues allowed certain “flawed” Democratic candidates to advance, which could jeopardize the upcoming elections. “If California falls into the wrong hands, we can’t ensure free and fair elections here,” she cautioned.
She shared that it seems the opposition research prepared by a political rival remains undisclosed, which raises concerns about timing and strategy. “As we approach the primary, it feels like there’s a strategy to release key opposition points just before the election,” she indicated.
In her view, the stakes are high, drawing a parallel to Republicans needing to win Texas. “Just as they can’t afford to lose significant Electoral College votes in Texas, we can’t afford a slip-up in California.” She also pressed the California Democrats to reflect on their strategy, questioning whether they’ve overlooked critical elements in their approach.
Fox News Digital sought a response from the California Democratic Party but had not received any comment at the time of reporting.
