Fact Check: "Gavin Newsom expressed that the tension in the United States was at a 'slow boil' and that the situation was precarious as of October 2023."
What We Know
As of October 2023, there is no direct evidence or verified statements from California Governor Gavin Newsom indicating that he described the tension in the United States as being at a "slow boil" or that he characterized the situation as precarious. A recent article from the Daily Digest discusses various legislative matters and mentions Newsom's attempts to fast-track the Delta Conveyance Project but does not provide any quotes or references to his views on national tensions.
Another source, a blog post titled A postcard from a spectator of a constitutional crisis, reflects on the current political climate in the U.S. and mentions Newsom's criticisms of former President Trump but does not attribute the specific phrase "slow boil" to him. The blog discusses broader themes of constitutional crisis and political tension but lacks direct quotes or verified statements from Newsom.
Analysis
The claim that Gavin Newsom described the current U.S. situation as a "slow boil" appears to be unsubstantiated based on the available sources. The Daily Digest focuses on state legislative issues rather than national tensions, and while it highlights Newsom's political maneuvers, it does not provide any context or quotes regarding his views on national unrest.
The blog post from David Allen Green provides a more subjective commentary on the political climate but does not serve as a reliable source for direct quotes or statements from Newsom. It discusses the general atmosphere of tension in the U.S. but does not confirm that Newsom has made any specific declarations about it.
Overall, the lack of direct attribution and the reliance on commentary rather than verified statements from Newsom suggests that the claim lacks a solid foundation. The sources consulted do not provide credible evidence to support the assertion that Newsom used the phrase "slow boil" in reference to national tensions.
Conclusion
Needs Research: The claim that Gavin Newsom expressed that the tension in the United States was at a "slow boil" and that the situation was precarious as of October 2023 is not supported by the available evidence. The sources reviewed do not contain direct quotes or reliable statements from Newsom regarding this assertion. Further investigation into credible news sources or official statements from Newsom would be necessary to verify the claim.
