""Gavin Newsom very effectively demonstrated during the Prop. 50 campaign that disliking Donald Trump is the most unifying principle that California Democrats possess. So for Swalwell, tapping into that same anti-Trump sentiment makes good strategic sense," Schnur said. "And given the recent controversy surrounding Kimmel, it's likely to be a fairly welcoming platform for an anti-Trump message.""
""I can tell you he's a very driven campaigner and he works hard. He's a fighter and he doesn't lose," said Alameda County Supervisor David Haubert, who campaigned with Swalwell in 2012."
""wide-open race for the governor's office in 50 years""
Eric Swalwell has drawn attention as a potential candidate for California governor after allies briefly posted and removed a fundraising page and after booking an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!. UC Berkeley professor Dan Schnur says tapping anti‑Trump sentiment could unite Democrats and give Swalwell strategic advantage, with Kimmel likely a welcoming platform. Swalwell has served six terms in the House, is a former Alameda County prosecutor and Dublin city councilmember, and served as an impeachment manager in 2021. Supporters praise his drive and campaign skills. He has not returned requests for comment.
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