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I'll buy your statement at face value, but let me play advocatus diaboli and press for what evidence you have to show that he's NOT become more right-leaning?

If I "follow the money" it testifies that he has; what's he doing and/or what's coming out of his mouth to convince you otherwise? Not that I'm doubting you, but please substantiate your mistrust of the man.

Here's a couple examples.

During his 2004 candidacy for the Assembly, he refused to say whether he was supporting Kerry or Bush. At the same time, he touted his endorsement by Richard Clarke (who was busy attacking Sec. Rice and President Bush).
The Wish List traditionally supports liberal causes. He was making contributions to this fund 2 years ago.

The worst part for me, and the reason for the distrust, is his affiliation with Doerr, Khosla, et al. These people have used the initiative process to weaken constitutional protections over spending and to pass legislation from which they clearly benefit. Whether Insurance Commissioner, or Governor, I prefer elected politicians who will represent the people and do the right thing. I have a hard time believing Poizner is that guy.

That being said, I am not saying that I will vote against him in the General Election. My original comments were offered as an explanation to a post wondering why the Club For Growth had recommended voting "NO" for him.

Well, I just met Poizner at an industry event. I can assure you that compared to his Dem Opponent, Cruz Bustamonte, he is a regular dreamboat. In a state that is dominated and ruthlessly ruled by Dems, I feel it is difficult to measure political loyalty strictly according to donation records. Saints like McClintock are simply hard to come by and usually don't have any money like Poizner does. Poizner is refusing all insurance industry donations and largely funding this run himself. Keep in mind that Insurance Commissioner was originally an appointed, nonpartisan position and Poizer will be working to make it that way again.

The Busmiester will work hard to shatter work comp reform, mandate single payer health care, destroy insurance consumer choice, piddle away earthquake reserves and spend his time grandstanding for another shot at Governor. A Dem in that spot is a disaster for the state, period the end. Waiting around for perfect candidates will keep this party out of power in this state indefinitely.Sorry if this looks like a flame, but I see all the wasted opportunity we had under Garamendi and it just makes me upset that consumers were not better served by that egomanical fool. Continuing that regime would be a continuation of a sad tragdy for consumers and employers in the state.