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Related: About this forumCalifornia governor won't deliver State of the State speech
KTLAIts a break from tradition for Newsom, a Democrat and potentially a future presidential candidate who has attempted many times to reinvent the speech for modern audiences. He has tried devoting the entire speech to just one topic homelessness in 2020 and using Dodger Stadium during the pandemic to give exhausted residents a pep talk about brighter days ahead.
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. Its why he rarely uses notes in his public appearances and memorizes vast amounts of facts and figures. Last year, he invited lawmakers to hear his speech in a large auditorium in Sacramento in part because he could use a larger screen, according to the governors office.
IDK, maybe too much fodder to the other side.
2naSalit
(92,728 posts)Before it becomes a shitshow.
I didn't know he was dyslexic, I wish they would have described it as a condition rather than a learning disability. I mean, I have it and wasn't aware that I did until college which I finished. I even have an advanced degree so I wouldn't refer to it as a learning disability.
He is, at least, seeking ways to communicate that work without belaboring the teleprompter concern. He is only using reasonable accommodations and you can't argue with that. He's a good governor, I hope he continues to be successful.
quaint
(3,550 posts)I think he will improve all lives in our country. I just don't want him derailed by b.s. noise.
With you on the "condition rather than a learning disability." All of the people who've shared their challenge with me are successful.