No, the real answer is to:
(1) Don't split the GOP vote by running a proven loser like Simon, and
(2) Persuade interested candidates to agree amongst themselves as to who's best prepared to run the state, or
(3) Select one candidate by means of open discussion and a delegate (or acclamation) vote at a Summer convention.
Don't split the GOP vote by running a proven loser like Issa, or
Don't split the GOP vote by running a proven loser like McClintock
Don't split the GOP vote by running a proven loser like Riordan
Don't split the GOP vote by running a proven loser like Jones
So who's left? Arnold? fat chance the base will turn out for that gun-grabbing, homo-loving, baby-killer.
Everyone needs to calm down. The way this thing will play out, four times as many Reps (or people who vote for Reps) will wind up voting on the candidate part of this ballot. The last thing we want to do is narrow down the field and give Davis one target to demonize which has been his proven strategy time after time over the years.
One candiate will come out on top and it will be a Republican. I also believe that it will be apparent as the election draws to a close and everyone can throw their support behind a clear front runner.
I agree with you here. We should select one candidate. But Simon should be included in the mix with McClintock. If he's such a poor candidate, why are you afraid of having him there. Simon has the advantage of having experience in the last election. From that he also has the advantage of surving being trashed. McClintock would be a great candidate. i just don't want to end up with Riordan.