March 30, 1995
So, Gov. Pete Wilson, we hear you're looking into the possibility of running for the Republican Party nomination for president.
We hope you're not going to use your usual campaign tactics: subscribing to the fears of the affluent voting community by supporting anti-underrepresented-people propositions like 187, "Three strikes you're out," or the California Civil Rights initiative.
Or run as the "Education President" as you did when you first ran for Governor. That wouldn't be a wise choice, judging by the sad state of California's educational system. Someone could bring up the bankruptcy of the Richmond Unified School District or the fact that university students have consistently paid more money for less education in a debate. That would be embarrassing.
Wasn't it you that suggested that any woman convicted of child or drug abuse be implanted with Norplant, a five-year dose of contraceptive hormones? We thought you said you were pro-choice?
You certainly haven't done such a hot job as Governor of California. What makes you think you can accomplish anything for the entire nation?
And if you do by chance win, you'd screw your constituency, leaving them with a Democratic governor, after first promising your commitment to your second term.
California has more than enough problems. Instead of spending your friends' money and your time and attention on a fruitless gamble, why don't you make good on your promises at home.
Try for the White House after you've proved yourself here.