What passes for leftist opposition in Tennessee is hopeless

Why are Nashville activists celebrating Gavin Newsom? His opportunism and scapegoating of vulnerable populations for political expediency deserves condemnation, not celebrity worship.

Jul 10, 2025

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A photograph of California Gavin Newsom at an East Nashville gathering, perfectly capturing his self obsession. — “California Governor Gavin Newsom taking a moment to for a photograph at East Nashville Beer Works before speaking at an East Nashtivists monthly meeting.” (Photo © Ray Di Pietro).

Editors note (7/11/2025 11:43am): Originally this article did not make it clear that Newsom was brought to Nashville by the TN Democratic Party. He was not directly invited by…

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