California Gubernatorial Candidate Takes Stand on Sports Legislation
A California gubernatorial race is heating up as Steve Hilton, a Republican candidate, makes a bold promise to address a contentious issue in the state’s sports scene. At the heart of his campaign is the commitment to end what he describes as the “obscenity of biological boys in girls’ sports,” a stance that has stirred considerable discussion and debate.
Hilton’s campaign message was prominently featured during a discussion hosted by Pastor Jack Hibbs at Calvary Chapel Church. Alongside Hilton was Michael Gates, another Republican candidate running for attorney general. Both candidates outlined their strategies for tackling perceived challenges facing California.
California has not seen a Republican governor since Arnold Schwarzenegger left office in 2010, and the attorney general’s office has long been dominated by Democrats. Yet, Hilton’s candidacy is gaining attention, with his specific criticism of Assembly Bill 1266, which permits trans-identified males to participate in women’s sports. He argues that this legislation violates gender equality and the state constitution’s safety provisions.
“It’s unconstitutional,” Hilton stated, emphasizing that the law discriminates against girls by allowing biological males to compete in girls’ sports. He underscored his commitment with a bracelet inscribed with “Save Girls’ Sports,” gifted by an activist supporting the cause.
Polling data suggests Hilton has a chance to advance in the gubernatorial race. A recent poll by Emerson College indicates that he is in a close race for the second spot in California’s nonpartisan primary. The poll shows Republican Chad Bianco leading, with Hilton and Democrat Eric Swalwell tied closely behind.
Despite the state’s Democratic tilt, Hilton remains optimistic about a Republican victory. He cites previous voter turnout data, noting that President Trump received 6.1 million votes in California without campaigning in 2024. Hilton believes that mobilizing similar support could lead to a Republican win for both him and Gates.
Reflecting on his own reasons for entering the race, Gates shared, “A lot of the reasons why I’m in this race and taking this on is because I’m very blessed. God really has blessed me, my wife, my children and grandchildren in so many ways.” He expressed a desire to leverage his private sector experiences to benefit the community through public service.
While Hilton’s projections align with voter trends, historical data from the 2018 and 2022 gubernatorial elections show a significant gap between Republican votes and the 6.1 million target he aspires to reach. Nonetheless, Hilton urges supporters to remain confident, stating, “We have got to believe in ourselves, believe in our mission and then I know we can get it done.”
This article was originally written by www.christianpost.com
