[Tom Jefferson]

Despite Arnold's popularity, the man who is qualified to run this state and who is a true conservative is Tom McClintock. Arnold, it seems, while a Republican (RINO?)is for expanded social programs (i.e. spending). McClintock is for a balanced budget and cutting of unnecessary State-funded social programs.

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[Guyin4Os]

the man who is qualified to run this state and who is a true conservative is Tom McClintock

Totally Agree. The California GOP is starstruck over Arnold. Instead of doing the right thing and supporting a true Republican, one who can indeed beat Bustamonte, they are taking the easy way out. Going for the easy win. It's lazy, and its disgusting. I have never in my life been so ashamed to be a California Republican.

[george wythe]

Political affiliations of California voters in 2002

Democrats 45%
Republicans 35%
Independents 15%
Other (Greens, Libertarians, etc) 5%

It's also worth mentioning that California Democrats are probably the most liberal Democrats west of the Mississippi;
it's difficult to find moderate Democrats in California, in contrast to the moderate and conservative Democrats easily found in the South and the Southwest.

[pollywog]

McClintock has my vote !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!