San Franciscans react to Newsom, DeSantis debate

Dozens of people attended watch parties across San Francisco Thursday for the debate between California Gov. Newsom and Florida Gov. DeSantis. KTVU attended a couple of watch parties to see the reaction of voters.

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[Motorrad]

It simply boggles the mind how anyone in San Francisco can look around and say "this state is being run well.." 😂😂😂

[jk]

I grew up in San Francisco when it was one of the world’s most beautiful cities. It’s absolutely disgusting what liberal politicians and policies have done to this once great city. Moved my family out of that hell hole 10 years ago and haven’t looked back. Great job Gavin!

[thomassibalski]

Got to admit residents of SF got exactly what they voted for.

[jamesmyers]

Judging by the people who support Newsome, especially those shown in this video says it all about San Francisco and the Fall of California.

[miguelrosales]

I'm from California, and sad to see that the Frisco Natives will agree with the BS that keeps going on in this State.

[TheFrogfeeder]

As a side note, everybody attending those San Francisco watch parties had their cars broken into while inside watching their fuerer lie…

[joey_bonin]

I think I understand now how these people really do deserve what they have in office.

[henryhenderson]

I love my home state of California. That being said, this isn’t what 4 generations of my family served for, suffered and died for. Honestly, I think I can speak for every member and generation when I say we would like our blood back.

[bunberrier]

Seeing those people helps me understand how CA is in the situation its in.

[johnpatrick]

Now I know why SF is what it is. The people.

[StephanieTruelove]

I know that it's not true of all Californians, but when you listen to some of them speak, it's like their living in an alternate universe. And I guess that explains why Gavin Newsom is their governor

[reubenmendez]

My only regret is not moving out of Commie-fornia sooner than I did.🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[edmardt]

It is amazing how embarrassingly clueless most of these people are, and explains why California is in such a mess. Even Gavin Newsom's in laws have left California and moved to Naples Florida which is very telling.

[julio]

As a California resident, I share my pain, and it's truly heartbreaking to witness how our beloved Los Angeles is sinking daily. The California government's actions are inexcusable, and it's high time they faced the consequences rather than attempting to deceive and manipulate the uninformed population. At the same time, our state continues to deteriorate economically and socially.

[markdominguez]

Leaving California was one of the best things I've ever done!

[lindabyers-patterson]

These dems just can't admit their WRONG!

[tvilla]

I live and love California and have lived here my whole life. I am extremely disappointed in the way Gavin and the rest of the politicians have mismanaged our beautiful state. They really need to be gone and we need to rebuild it to the greatness it once was.

[kushpaladin]

our little dictator Newssolini was definitely the loser of the debate. thank you for exposing Newssolini, Ron! California thanks you. 👍

[davidpulido]

As a Californian, I've never voted for Newsom. Why would anyone vote for any Californian politicians. Anyone who lives here can see the consequences of there progressive policies.

[kortyEdna]

Our economy struggling with uncertainties, housing issues, foreclosures, global fluctuations, and pandemic aftermath, causing instability. Rising inflation, sluggish growth, and trade disruptions need urgent attention from all sectors to restore stability and stimulate growth.