When Gavin loses his race for President in 2028, he will have to go to his fallback position—he will become the national spokesperson for the hair gel industry. At that time the gel will be used for both hair and energy—the oil will power up hundreds of thousands of homes.
“Let’s face it, Gavin; your version of the Green New Deal ain’t working.
Solar and wind power are not currently a viable substitute for fossil fuels. A partial solution might be nuclear energy. Unfortunately, your Progressive cohorts have rejected this safe, non polluting alternative. Perhaps it is time for the Left to re-evaluate such policies?
There is a definite cause/effect relationship between laws passed by the legislature that have victimized your constituents in the past.
Examples include:
- Reducing shop lifting offenses over $ 1000.00 in merchandise from a felony to a misdemeanor has encouraged criminal activity. The closure of most Walgreen Drug Stores and retail businesses in San Francisco’s Union Square are a testament to stupidity emanating from Sacramento. This sad pattern has been repeated in other metropolitan areas as well.
- Insistence of the State to push a DEI-Woke-P.C. agenda in public education hasn’t has been very effective. Emphasizing these qualities at the expense of students being able to read, write, and do math, has resulted in California students having lower test scores than in Mississippi. Adding to this disaster is your unwillingness to confront Progressive educators in the Teachers Unions to insist on needed back to basics reform.
As Trump would say, Newsom is a low IQ person. Or maybe he is just a grifter? Or both. What do you think?
End the charade by Richard Eber
Richard Eber, Exclusive to the California Political News and Views, 5/11/25 www.capoliticalnewsandviews.com
One need not be engaged being a “reality coordinator” to realize closure of two plants manufacturing gas in California by the end of this year will be an unmitigated disaster.
Shuttering the Valero facility in the North and Philips 66 in SoCal is destined to result in 20% less refining capacity for users of gasoline
California’s Green New Deal zero emissions policy is well intended. However, it has had terrible ramifications for consumers. Shortages of locally sourced oil and gas production means additional petroleum products need to be imported to make-up for shortfalls.
Increased output of oil from Alaska should fill most needed supplies for refineries. Gas is another matter. Neighboring States won’t be able to help as they lack production capabilities. Importing foreign produced gasoline is economically unfeasible. Making matters more difficult are California’s unique fuel formulation requirements.
Beyond 2026 it will be necessary to ship gasoline in tanker trains from Texas. This process is certain to be very expensive. The Union Pacific and Burlington Northern Railroads will have to dead head equipment to provide transport to distribution centers in California.
Any derailment-pollution accidents resulting from these moves are your responsibility, Gavin. This scenario is glaringly similar to improper forest management leading to the recent Los Angeles fires.
The cost for providing this rail service for gas is astronomical. The results likely means a gallon of regular increasing in price by at least a dollar.
This will have catastrophic consequences for the 4th largest economy in the world. Tax revenues are sure to plummet. The numbers U-Haul trailers departing California will increase exponentially. Who the hell but wealthy drivers can spring for an additional $60.00 bucks to fill their tanks as opposed to other states?
Examples include:
- By reducing the penalty for shop lifting over $ 1000.00 to be a misdemeanor rather than a felony, you have encouraged criminal activity. The closure of most Walgreen Drug Stores and retail business’s in Union Square in San Francisco are a testament to the stupidity emanating from Sacramento. This pattern has been repeated in other big cities as well.
- The insistence State laws to push a DEI-Woke-P.C. agenda for public education hasn’t has been ineffective. Emphasizing these qualities at the expense of students being able to read, write, and do math, has resulted in California students having lower test scores than in Mississippi. Adding to this disaster is the unwillingness of the Governor to confront his allies in the Teachers Unions to insist on needed reform. A return to basics is a necessity but unlikely to every soon happen.
- Lack of housing starts is the product of an unrelenting bureaucracy, excessive permit costs, and gross overregulation by the State. Legislation from the likes of Scott Weiner (D-SF) has taken authority away from local communities. This has delayed rather than encouraged construction. Rent control and failing to adjust urban limits in congested areas has also contributed to the housing malaise.
- In addition to causing gasoline shortages, promoting litigation against energy suppliers is fundamentally flawed. By encouragement of lawsuits against electricity suppliers and oil companies for damages leading to alleged climate change, little has been accomplished. The major recipients for legal actions are attorneys who prosper on both sides of this equation. Rate payers are ultimately going to pick-up the tab as usual.
Let’s face it, Gavin; your version of the Green New Deal ain’t working.
Solar and wind power are not currently a viable substitute for fossil fuels. A partial solution might be nuclear energy. Unfortunately, your Progressive cohorts have rejected this safe, non polluting alternative. Perhaps it is time for the Left to re-evaluate such policies?
There is a definite cause/effect relationship between laws passed by the legislature that have victimized your constituents in the past.
Examples include:
- Reducing shop lifting offenses over $ 1000.00 in merchandise from a felony to a misdemeanor has encouraged criminal activity. The closure of most Walgreen Drug Stores and retail business’s in San Francisco’s Union Square are a testament to stupidity emanating from Sacramento. This sad pattern has been repeated in other metropolitan areas as well.
- Insistence of the State to push a DEI-Woke-P.C. agenda in public education hasn’t has been very effective. Emphasizing these qualities at the expense of students being able to read, write, and do math, has resulted in California students having lower test scores than in Mississippi. Adding to this disaster is your unwillingness to confront Progressive educators in the Teachers Unions to insist on needed back to basics reform.
- Lack of new housing starts is the product of an unrelenting bureaucracy, excessive permit costs, and gross overregulation by the State. Legislation from the likes of Scott Weiner (D-SF) has delayed rather than encouraged construction. Rent control and failing to adjust urban limits in congested areas has also contributed to the State’s housing malaise.
- In addition to causing gasoline shortages, promoting litigation against energy suppliers is fundamentally flawed. By encouragement of lawsuits against electricity suppliers and oil companies for damages caused by alleged climate change, little can be accomplished. The major recipients for legal actions are attorneys who prosper on both sides of this equation. Rate payers, as usual, are ultimately going to pick-up the tab.
All of the problems listed above are products of the saying, “The road to hell is filled with good intentions. The State is guilty as charged.
What to do especially in dealing with reduced refinery capacity?
- Admit you are wrong. How much more evidence do you need to realize abundant fossil fuels are still needed in California today and for the near future?
- Intercede with state agencies that regulate petroleum plants to cut red tape and regulations they must follow.
- Personally meet with Valero and Phillips 66 managementto see what the State might do to prevent lowering gas production at the end of this year. If this means reformulating fuel blends and allowing plant modernization to proceed without undue delays, so be it.
- Utilize the same enthusiasm used in promoting gay marriage and the legalization of marijuana to keep the two petroleum plants open.
In the end, voters in California and the rest of country will “respect you in the morning” much more by preventing gasoline shortages during the remainder of your term as Governor
Making this move will likely enhance your chances in receiving the Democratic nomination for President in 2028. As Donald Trump’s triumph in 2026 illustrated, the American people don’t desire to put a Progressive ideologue in charge of running the country.
If you think conservative critics such as myself are out to lunch, please read the link listed below from the California Fuels Convenience Alliance
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Try acting like a statesman for a change rather than being a hack politician.
All the best in love and war.
(This is from CFCA Energy):
Good morning Rich,
1. What might be the impact of the shuttering of these two facilities on supply?
Shuttering two major refineries, the P66 Wilmington and Valero Benicia refineries, will restrict California’s already limited in-state fuel production, especially when both refineries combined account for roughly 20% of in-state production. Because California operates as a fuel island, due to its strict fuel blend requirements and geographic isolation, removing refining capacity puts even more pressure on supply. That kind of supply reduction directly translates to higher fuel prices for consumers, especially when the state is already experiencing price volatility. Fewer refineries mean fewer options and less flexibility in the market, making price spikes more frequent and more severe, burdens that will ultimately fall on California consumers and businesses.
2. Should there be shortages, where might this product come from?
If local supply cannot meet demand, California will have to increase fuel imports from out-of-state and foreign suppliers. However, importing fuel is complex—it takes longer, is more expensive, and must meet California’s unique fuel formulation standards (CARBOB), which narrows the pool of compliant suppliers. That adds new layers of cost and uncertainty. More critically, relying on foreign imports leaves California vulnerable to price manipulation by overseas entities who are not aligned with the state’s interests. This means California’s consumers could be left paying higher prices not only because of supply issues but because global players know California has limited alternatives.
3. What might be the means of transport for this?
Imported fuel would largely be transported via marine vessels to California ports, then distributed through pipelines and trucks to terminals and retail locations. This logistical chain is not only more expensive and time-consuming, but also susceptible to weather, shipping constraints, and labor disruptions. Increasing reliance on imported fuel strains an already fragile infrastructure.
4. Can you speculate on additional costs per gallon should this scenario transpire?
While it’s difficult to pinpoint an exact amount, we already know that California’s fuel prices are expected to rise due to other regulatory changes. The California Air Resources Board’s proposed amendments to the Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) could increase gas prices by 47 to 65 cents per gallon as soon as this year, and rising every following year. On top of that, the California Legislature is currently contemplating reauthorizing the Cap-and-Trade program, and depending on the outcomes of those negotiations, we could see significant impacts to fuel prices if consumer costs are not prioritized. Adding the supply shock from refinery closures to these looming regulatory pressures would only further compound the cost burden on California families and businesses.
5. At this juncture, is there anything the State of California can do to persuade Valero and Phillips 66 to stay open beyond the end of this year?
The state should reassess how its current policies are pushing out critical infrastructure. Providing regulatory certainty, supporting a realistic timeline for transition, and embracing a more inclusive approach to energy solutions, including support for liquid alternative fuels, which could make continued operations more viable. California needs a balanced energy strategy—one that supports both environmental goals and economic stability—if it wants to keep its fuel supply resilient and affordable.
