If you read my post carefully, I don't EXPECT much from the RINO except that I think (unfortunately) in California at this point in time, he's probably the best bet.
Keep in mind that I vigorously support Hahn for LA major -- a total left-wing Democrat -- ONLY because his opponent was Villagarosa (sp?) who is a RACIST Hispanic who wants to return the whole of the Southwestern US to Mexico.
He is no better than Davis. In fact he is worse than Davis.
Politics is not a game where you cheer for the guys wearing the same cap as you -- just because they are wearing the same cap. It's about issues and policies and a candidates approach to governing.
Since Riordan is NO different than Davis - why bother to spend money and campaign to make the guy governor?
Bill Simon is a Reagan Republican who can excite the Republican base. Remember, electoral swings are not about people changing their minds. It's all about who decides to vote in an election year. A swing of less than 5% in turnout can have a momentous effect.
California Republicans have lost in recent years because our voters have stayed home. Bill Simon can excite that base with a promise of a return to rational, responsible policies.