Governor Gavin Newsom Foregoes State Of The State Speech For California Tour

By Ria Roebuck Joseph | Center Square contributor, The Center Square California

March 8, 2023

(The Center Square) - This year California Governor Gavin Newsom will fulfill his obligation to report on the state of the state by correspondence. The governor will issue a letter to the state Legislature instead of giving the usual speech, in compliance with the California constitution to inform the Legislature of the health of the state.

It was the week of March 9 last year when Newsom gave his state of the state speech at the Dodger Stadium which focused on the progress in battling the pandemic and all matters related to the state’s response and relief. This time the governor will instead embark on a four-day tour of California to sell his policy proposals.

"Scripted speeches have given Newsom trouble because of his dyslexia, a common learning disability that makes it harder for him to read and do other things related to reading. It’s why he rarely uses notes in his public appearances and memorizes vast amounts of facts and figures," the AP reported today.

"Building on his inaugural address and January budget, the governor looks forward to fulfilling his constitutional obligation to update the Legislature on the state of the state and joining lawmakers throughout California to outline new policy proposals that will strengthen our communities," a spokesperson for the governor's office told KCRA.

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