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Gavin Newsom's plan for replacing Dianne Feinstein is 'insulting' to Black women, California Dem says
- Governor Newsom faces backlash for suggesting that a Black woman could be appointed as caretaker for the Senate, which is insulting to the countless Black women who have contributed to the Democratic Party's success.
- The appointment of a Black woman to the Senate, if necessary, should not be tokenistic but rather based on merit and representation, as Black women deserve more than just a participation trophy.
- Senator Feinstein's absence and decision not to run for re-election have sparked speculation about her replacement, who could be chosen by Newsom. Potential candidates include Reps. Adam Schiff, Katie Porter, and Barbara Lee.
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Rep. Barbara Lee: Gov. Newsom ‘insulting to countless Black women’ on potential Senate appointment
Oakland’s Rep. Barbara Lee, struggling to gain traction in her U.S. Senate bid against Democratic rivals, ripped Gov. Gavin Newsom over remarks in an interview Sunday that if incumbent Dianne Feinstein can’t finish her term, he’d appoint a Black woman who isn’t running for her seat as a temporary caretaker. Asked by interviewer Chuck Todd on NBC’s Meet the Press whether he would abide by a previous pledge to appoint a Black woman should Feinstei…
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Total News Sources17
Leaning Left7Leaning Right6Center4Last UpdatedBias Distribution41% Left
Bias Distribution
- 41% of the sources lean Left
41% Left
L 41%
C 24%
R 35%
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