EPISODE · Jun 3, 2026 · 59 MIN
California's Red Awakening Won't End in Victory... But it's an Important Start!
from Stinchfield with Grant Stinchfield · host Grant Stinchfield
For years, California has been written off as a political lost cause for conservatives. Not anymore. The rise of Republican gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton and the surprising surge of Spencer Pratt in the Los Angeles mayor's race suggest a shift in the Golden State. Frustrated by crime, homelessness, the high cost of living, and one-party rule, many voters are looking for alternatives. Hilton's advance to the general election shows Republican ideas gaining traction even in deep-blue California, while Pratt's unlikely campaign reflects growing dissatisfaction with the political establishment. What once seemed impossible is now part of the conversation. Democrats still hold clear advantages in sheer numbers, voting patterns, and the state's overall political makeup, making any Republican statewide win a steep challenge. But political change starts with momentum, and momentum builds when voters begin seeking alternatives. Today on Stinchfield, I'll explain why these races matter beyond California. Is this the start of a political realignment? Are voters rejecting policies they believe have failed? And could Republicans be laying the groundwork for future gains in places once considered unwinnable? California may not be red yet. But for the first time in a long time, it doesn't look quite as blue as it once did. Sponsors The Maverick Systemhttps://TheMaverickSystem.com VRA Insiderhttps://VRAInsider.com Patriot Mobilehttps://www.PatriotMobile.com/Grant TWC Healthhttps://Twc.Health/GrantUse code Grant for 10% off Lost Soldier Oil and Gashttps://www.LostSoldier.com Sugerfina invest.Sugarfina.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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