California Governor Gavin Newsom, widely regarded as a potential 2028 presidential contender, has found himself at the centre of an intense political firestorm following comments made during his national book tour for his new memoir, 'Young Man in a Hurry: A Memoir of Discovery.'
While appearing alongside Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens during a February promotional event, Newsom attempted to foster relatability by referencing his lifelong struggle with dyslexia and his academic history. 'I'm not trying to impress you, I'm just trying to impress upon you I'm like you, I'm not better than you,' Newsom stated during the event. 'I'm a 960 SAT guy. And you know, I'm not trying to offend anyone — you know — trying to act all there if you got 940 — but literally, a 960 SAT guy.'
