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Not one of California’s previous celebrity lawmakers succeeded on fame alone, but rather came with actual political experience and advisors, columnist Mark Z. Barabak says.
Caitlyn Jenner can t run for governor on celebrity alone With her inattention to political details, her candidacy appears to be a half-baked confection.
By Mark Z. Barabak, Los Angeles Times April 28, 2021 5:37pm Text size Copy shortlink:
In the California of popular myth, the air is sweetly perfumed and endless sunshine warms the Beautiful People perfect hair, flawless teeth.
A parade of Hollywood celebrities Ronald Reagan, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sonny Bono, Clint Eastwood have stepped from the screen to help lead this fantasy version of the Golden State in high political office.
After all, fame is what Californians supposedly worship.
The reality, of course, is far different. (And that s not speaking of the smog, traffic, homelessness and deep inequalities that plague our seaside idyll.)
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Republicans have a history of turning celebrities into politicians Ronald Reagan, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sonny Bono (congressman from Palm Springs) and Clint Eastwood (mayor of Carmel) among them.
Does Caitlyn Jenner have the same potential?
The former Olympian and reality TV star announced a historic campaign Friday to replace Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom in the recall election. On paper, her fame looks just like what the Republicans need: a bold-face name at a time when they are struggling in an increasingly deep blue liberal state. But it might not be that simple.
From the pages of The Times, here’s what you need to know about her run for governor: