About this episode

Paula Whitsell discusses the impact of socialism in California and the challenges faced by the GOP in the state.

San Diego County GOP Chairwoman Paula Whitsell fled socialism in Brazil—only to see it take root in California. She joins The Anchormen to break down the forces dimming the Golden State: businesses and families fleeing to red states, massive hospice fraud draining taxpayers, union power shaping elections, Governor Gavin Newsom’s redistricting scheme pushing out GOP congressional stalwarts, and an economy squeezing working Californians. The Anchormen also tackle a looming global question: if the U.S. declares victory and walks away from Iran while the regime remains in power—what happens next?

People in this episode

Host: Matt Gaetz

Guest: Paula Whitsell

Topics covered

• California politics
• socialism
• GOP challenges
• economy
• elections
• Iran

Mentioned in this episode

Places: California, Brazil, U.S., Iran

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