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LET'S GO! She will be an excellent Senator, a true progressive fighter.
Porter made her announcement despite neither of California’s sitting senators, Democrats Dianne Feinstein and Alex Padilla, saying they plan to vacate their seats. Padilla, 49, won election in November to his first full term. Feinstein, 89, last year filed initial paperwork to run for reelection in 2024.

Wonder if the party is putting the gears to Feinstein to finally retire. >

She definitely needs to retire. Katie should primary her if she refuses. >

If she won’t willingly retire, then Katie needs to brutally punish Feinstein for her failing mental capacity. 
It is embarrassing that the party is not more vocal in trying to get her to retire today, let alone not support a primary challenger to her seat. >

Because it's been a nonstop torrent of insanity for two and a half years, and I can barely hold onto the stuff I need for my local elections, never mind worry about a senate election in CA that'll produce a Democrat every time. Same reason I don't pay attention to senate news stories in Alabama. >


Same reason I don't pay attention to senate news stories in Alabama.

You mean you're not interested in reading about a "senator" who thinks the three branches of government are Offense, Defense, and Special Teams? >

Oh God, are they not?! >

Not far from it. The previous administration was offensive, defensive, and required a special team to handle it. >

Nice. >

Wow, I was really expecting a run by Schiff, but kudos to Porter for not lallygagging around! >

Schiff could still put his hat in, but he has a great position in the House. He's the top Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee, and a senior member on both Appropriations and Foreign Affairs. Porter is a two-term backbencher who sits at the bottom of every committee she gets assigned to.
If Schiff stepped up, he'd be the new guy in the Senate and give up all the benefits of his House seniority. Porter doesn't have anything to lose on that front. >

Schiff also has a very safe seat, and Porter does not. >

I think Porter also has a brighter future in the party. I wouldn't be shocked if she runs for president at some point down the line. I don't think Schiff ever would. >

I am totally down for a president Katie Porter. >

Same. She is absolutely insanely intelligent. >

Can you imagine her at the G20, toting a whiteboard? >

actually, yeah >

I would love to see it.  She has terrorized many a fools with it. >

This is good. No more sitting back politely waiting for octogenarians to get out of the way. >

Nonogenerians. Feinstein will be 90 soon enough. >

The god damn Golden Gate Bridge is younger than Feinstein. >

Haha, I thought you were exaggerating and looked it up. Holy crap, that's some perspective! >

Katie Porter would be a great person to have in the Senate. Feinstein should have retired back in 2018. >

Now its Katie Porter instead of Kevin deLeon, probably a better choice. >

Much better >

She won a close race this past election.  Depending on the quality of the republican presidential nominee, 2024 might be even tougher.  Makes sense to see if she can primary Feinstein (if she doesn’t retire). >

California is sick to death of Feinstein, there just hasn't been a Democrat willing to primary her who was worth voting for. 
Katie Porter is absolutely the kind of Democrat worth voting for. >

Kevin Deleon is still on the LA Board of Supervisors since if he resigns, he can’t primary Feinstein >

DeLeon is such a piece of shit and I really want him to resign. It's infuriating that he's still refusing to step down. >

Yeah, I'm not even sure how to feel about voting for him in 2018. On the one hand, he's clearly a grifter, racist adjacent, shameless ass hat. On the other, he's not Diane Feinstein. If it was those two again, I think I'd actually sit it out for the first time in 20 years of voting. >

I voted for him too in that election because I wanted Feinstein out so bad. What a terrible choice that was! She HAS to go. They both do. >

Yes! This is exactly the kind of direction we need to go with Democrats. More progressive fighters. People willing to push the bully back.
Interestingly, she was a student of Elizabeth Warren when Warren was a professor. I kind of feel they're cut from the same cloth in the way they approach policy and issues: act as a teacher. Democrats should adopt a teacher model and start educating the public with a whiteboard the same way Porter has done. Most people are just too uninformed on the issues, and when they're genuinely knowledgeable it becomes clear the right path for this country.
Edit:
Some are expressing valid concern that adopting a "teacher" mode can come off as condescending. I don't think it has to. We all know those great teachers who inspired us or even played devil's advocate to success. But it doesn't even need to be framed like that; it literally just needs to be 30 seconds to 2 minute ads introducing a topic or policy or issue or myth or basic civics thing that people get tripped up on (e.g., myths surrounding taxes). Just be factual and to the point, illustrative, and provide a source. That's all. 
But more importantly, Katie Porter's viral messages have proven their success as a model already, both among Democrats and Independents alike. Good news is we're realizing as of recent elections that we don't particularly need to appeal to Republicans in order to win anymore. We can hope for the best that some of the teaching carries through, but that's about it. >

I want Porter in higher office… and I don’t necessarily disagree with what you’re saying… however, I think the people watching Porter with her whiteboard are already pretty educated. 
Most voters tune politics out of their lives more or less. They aren’t watching cspan or reading email blasts from their politicians.
Definitely agree the Democrats need to educate the public as to the nature of reality. I think it is far less of an issue with Millenials onward in general. There’s little Democrats can do to crack the nut that is a legitimate cult and organized corporate conspiracy to brainwash America and turn us against each other. 
Hell, the Southern Strategy is widely known to be objectively true along with the party platform switch, but people still downplay or deny it. You have liberals putting faith before country and reason and involving themselves with bullshit conservative ops like National Prayer Breakfast (which is just a lobby for a Dominionist (Christian theonomy dictatorship) cult. 
We need our own counter message. And simply telling the truth isn’t working because the lies of the right are more engaging and heavily incentivized by corporations as part of their normal lobbying cycle. >

I don’t disagree with the fact that whiteboards are less compelling than Fox News propaganda, but I’m curious what your suggesting “our own counter message” would be instead of “simply telling the truth”?  Equivalent “alternative facts” messaging from the Dems would  only legitimize and grow the space for lies and propaganda. Or are you just suggesting we get better at conveying the truth and evidence in a more compelling and approachable manner?
Genuinely curious on your take, as I totally agree that the Dems tend to get killed on messaging by the GOP. >

Whiteboard’s going all the way to the Oval Office! A girl can dream. >

For real, she is my dream candidate. If your superpower is "i can dumb stuff down so even idiots understand" you're SORELY needed in this country. >

Eats popcorn while Katie schools CEOs >

CEOs know... they are psychopaths that only care about money and given the best spot in society because capitalism. >

Let's dispel with this fiction that CEOs don't know what they're doing. They know exactly what they're doing. >

It would be better for Feinstein to go voluntarily, but she has had troubles over the last few years, so I guess this is a necessary step.  And Katie is great.  I hope this works out for her. >

She's a gift, CA. It shouldn't even be a question of dumping Feinstein for her. >

I wish I lived in CA so I could vote for her. I hope to see her run for POTUS one day! >

I’m sure there will be remote volunteer opportunities and you can help with donations if possible! >

I donated 100 bucks as soon as i heard the news. Then i informed all my california people of the good news. If any politician has ever earned my enthusiastic endorsement, it's future President Porter >

I hope this is her next stop onto being our first female president. Her state of the union address would be epic. >

I hope the California democratic party can keep the in-fighting to a minimum here. Signs say that Feinstein is digging in and is going to see her term out, which is why I think candidates are coming out (ie: looks like there will be minimal chance of appointment by Newsome). I believe Schiff bypassed house leadership positions for the sole focus of running for the Senate, so seems like we've got 2 candidates formally in the race. >

It’s a jungle primary. Top two make it to the final ballot. >

Regardless of party, too.
So if tons of Dems run and only a few Republicans do who split the GOP vote fairly evenly, two Republicans can advance.
Rallying around one Dem candidate early on can prevent that from happening. I’m hoping people can agree that Porter has a lot to offer and rally around her. >

Yes! Get it Katie! >

You duckers better vote her in. Clear the way for my upcoming president >

Let's see the whiteboard in the senate >

Stop talking dirty, it's turning me on. >

Hell yeah. 
She was my professor several years ago and I’ve always known she was something special. I’ll be the first in line to volunteer. >

Yep, Finestien needs to retire, plus Porter is really smart! >

I'm not a progressive at all, but I respect Porter and support her run for the Senate. Feinstein has gotta go, and she'll be a good addition to the Senate. >

Big win for California. Can't wait to vote for someone who both knows how to craft effective legislation that helps people and cares enough to make it happen. >

Feinstein needs to retire. My goodness >

I’ve voted against Feinstein in the primary every single time. Yes, I voted for the idiot racist De Leon before I found out what a POS he is (this was in 2018, so way before). I’ve only voted for Feinstein in the general elections because I’ve had no choice lol. 
I’d vote for Porter in a heartbeat >

Girl, YES. I will vote for you, I will knock doors for you, I will phonebank for you. >

As a proud Porter supporter from OC, stick a fork in Feinstein, she's done! >

Yay. She was an effective and powerful member of the House. I look forward to what ahe will do as a leader in the senate. >

Because they're malicious and stupid. >

Long overdue. >

I am donating to her campaign. 
She's one of the only advocates left that we have who supports the working class, and fights against corporate price-gouging, corporate fraud, and corporate-fueled inflation. >

While Katie has the stature and deserves to be CA senator, I would be concerned of any other Dem’s ability to retain the house seat that she will vacate. That’s a tough district in Orange County, to pull off for Dems. Only truly fantastic personalities like Katie could make it happen. Hope there’s someone of that stature to step into Katie’s shoes successfully. >

Hell yes, right outa the gate. She has my vote to lose. >

Feinstein has to go. Currently I'd vote for a dirty sock before I ever voted for her again. And yes, I did so years ago, and regret it. >

Senator Porter, you have my vote. >

I hope she brings her white board. >

Awesome.
She's smart, she's down-to-earth, she's well-spoken, she doesn't shy away from taking on the big dogs. Love everything about that. I'd vote for her in a heartbeat. >

Good for her! >

She already has my vote. >

Happy trails, Feinstein. Thanks for everything you did until about 24 years ago when you should've retired. >

Feinstein needs to be put out to pasture.. Katie is a good replacement >

Katie Porter is exactly the type of representation Americans need.  She is thoughtful, hard working, prepares well, takes her job very seriously, has real family values not just for show, and she is not afraid of asking the tough questions or standing up for her beliefs.
I know I have heard her name thrown out for a CA Senate seat over the last two years, and I am 100% in favor of her being in the Senate.  Wish I lived in CA to vote for her. >

If you are a Californian, and want a senator you can actually believe in this is your woman! Her take downs of corporate execs and their BS are legendary and is a person that actually fights for people.
She is someone that people should get behind and as a Senator would have real power to actually lookout for people. >

I will be voting for her >

Yeah, hell yeah. I voted against Feinstein last time, and I'll fuckin' do it again. She needs to go, and she's needed to go for a while. >

I wouldn't tout that vote for DeLeon so loudly. He's come out as a full blown racist and grifter since then. Even at the time we already knew he was taking credit for bills that weren't his. Currently he refuses to leave office even after President Biden called on him to resign for racist comments he made about another city councilmember's child. >

Well, he was the only other viable option, and that shit came out later (at least here in the Bay). I'm more than happy to vote for Porter because she's a boss. 
I'll tout my vote against Feinstein all day long, though. Also, thanks for assuming it was De Leon and not going full tilt calling me a Republican, because I didn't actually say who I voted for. >

All fair. I wasn’t thrilled about my vote for Feinstein, but DeLeon’s legislative record was just him tacking his name onto other bills after they had already passed. He would have been an empty chair at the senate, rubber stamping any bill that already had the votes to pass without him. And if he had won, we’d have never gotten the chance to vote for a real champion of the people like Porter this year. I voted for Feinstein because I figured we’d get another real chance for a better candidate to run as a result. A punt, if you will. >

Smart to beat Schiff to announcing her run. Wonder if he’s even gonna go for it though >

I would vote for her.  She is the real deal.  The only skeletons in her closet were from shame by white board

smite with thy whiteboard >

Smiteboard >

Oh, hell yes. Wish I could vote for her. >

Yes please >

Cool. I think she would make a great senator. >

I’m guessing that most people are thinking that Feinstein’s going to retire at this point. Otherwise I have my doubts that Porter would run at all.
If Feinstein doesn’t run again, I expect she’ll be the front runner for the seat. >

I cannot believe California has a senator who is nearing 90 let alone Chuck Grassley of Iowa as well. >

I wish I lived in CA just so I could vote for her. She’s a gem. >

She’ll definitely be much better than Feinstein >

Can't wait to vote for her!  Feinstein needs to GTFO already >

break out the whiteboard, folks!!! >

Great news, love her! Feinstein would die in her seat if we let her, smh >

Go Kathy! She a hero to this community and will be an even bigger hero as a California Congress person. I hope she keeps it up! >

Rep. Katie Porter is going to be a great CA Senator! >

Goddamnit Feinstein, retire. >

I JUST saw a YT ad for her run and thought I had lost my mind!!!! This is amazing! I don't even live in California! >

Go, Katie, GO!! >

Let’s be honest Feinstein’s top staffer(s) are the defacto senator right now.  They are basically weekend at bernieing a senile woman for their own power now >

Nice. Hopefully this means Feinstein is finally going to retire. That dinosaur is long overdue. >

I'm curious if the Dems are finally recognizing the young rockstar candidates they can leverage to their huge advantage with millennial and Gen-z voters. 
To anyone younger than 80 Porter is a better candidate for Senate than Feinstein. >

Fuck yeah, let’s go make some more billionaires cry! >

Feinstein needs to go. Confirming Kavanaugh was the last straw. >

She had my vote! >

She's got my vote >

The house will miss her but she’s def senate material >

Porter would be an amazing Senator >

Good.
Yes.
She’s a superstar. >

Katie Porter is genuinely the best candidate for writing legislation that benefits people and future generations. Unfortunately I don't know how that holds up against Diane Feinstein's inability to comprehend what an email is. >

Hell fucking yes! Just set up a recurring donation. Feinstein absolutely needs to retire and I was hoping Porter was thinking about running. >

Great for California. Great for the Senate. But possibly bad for her district and for Democrats in the House. >

Great news! >

Should be an easier election for her than her house seat.  As long as she can get through the primary, the election should be a sure thing. >

Feinstein is still in the Senate ?! Obviously that's a joke. She retired in 2035 >

Fuck yea >

Heck yes >

Katie Porter and her little whiteboard are great. Maybe it's just because California has so very many congresspeople, but they had some great options. Ted Lieu is another one of my perennial favourites.