(And, I love your tagline).
(08-23) 09:38 PDT (AP) --
Forbes said Simon planned to release a statement at 11 a.m. saying: "I strongly believe that the desire of Californians must come before the aspirations of any single candidate. There are too many Republicans in this race and the people of this state simply cannot risk a continuation of the Gray Davis legacy."
Forbes denied Simon's move came in response to any pressure from the party.
"There was absolutely no pressure, no phone calls -- this was a decision made by Bill Simon based on rational conclusions," Forbes said.
He said Simon would not be available for interviews.
Who the hell is "Forbes"?