In this episode of Fired Up California from Grumblings Media, host William Del Pilar is joined by Mike Netter, best known for helping lead the historic recall effort against Governor Gavin Newsom. Together, they unpack Proposition 50, explain how it could negatively reshape California’s congressional districts, and explore what it means for voters in 2026, 2028, and beyond. The conversation delves into gerrymandering, voter apathy, the impact of digital campaigning, and lessons learned from past recall elections. Netter also shares insights on Rebuild California, grassroots mobilization, and why every Californian needs to stay engaged. If you care about California politics, elections, and voter rights, this is a must-listen discussion.
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Chapters:
00:01:13 Why Proposition 50 Matters
00:02:11 Gerrymandering Explained in California
00:03:09 Prop 50’s National Impact & 2028 Election
00:04:26 Remembering Charlie Kirk & Political Threats
00:07:05 The Party of Apathy in California Politics
00:08:07 Inside the Gavin Newsom Recall Effort
00:11:11 Direct Democracy & California’s Constitution
00:15:02 Grassroots vs. Party Resistance
00:20:09 The Consultant Class & Campaign Spending
00:25:18 Shaping Issues for Common Ground
00:28:22 Digital Signatures & Recall Innovations
00:30:28 What Killed the Recall & Prop 50 Parallels
00:32:11 Why Gavin Newsom Is Pushing Prop 50
00:37:16 Low Voter Turnout & Digital Outreach
00:40:01 Targeting Propensity Voters Effectively
00:45:08 Ground Game vs. Digital Campaigning
00:48:16 Biggest Myths About Proposition 50
00:49:43 Tactical Mistakes Conservatives Repeat
00:52:20 Rebuild California’s Five Pillars
00:54:00 Why Prop 50 Undermines Voter Representation
00:57:18 Call to Action: Get Involved in California Politics
