Valuetainment “A 960 SAT Guy” - Newsom UNDER FIRE For PANDERING Speech
Feb 24, 2026
Panel Contributor, an on-panel commentator known for strong, critical reactions, breaks down political pandering and racialized rhetoric. Discussion centers on Gavin Newsom's '960 SAT' remark and whether it insults or flatters. Conversation moves to messaging tactics, low-expectation rhetoric, and how politicians frame issues for different communities.
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Pandering Through Low Expectations
- Gavin Newsom's self-deprecating '960 SAT' remark was framed as pandering and low expectations toward Black voters.
- Panelists called it racist because it implies lowered standards and echoes 'soft bigotry of low expectations.'
Pattern Of Political Patronizing Rhetoric
- Panelists compared Newsom's tactic to past Democratic rhetoric that assumes deficits in Black competence or access.
- Tom Ellsworth and others tied it to examples like Kathy Hochul and 'you ain't black' moments as part of a pattern.
Evaluate Politicians By Results Not Rhetoric
- Ask Black voters to evaluate tangible results, not performative appeals.
- Tom urged the community to stop automatic lockstep voting and demand measurable improvements in schools and jobs.