Side-by-side Viability Assessment moderated by the Party Psychologist
This is a side-by-side comparison chart of Gavin Newsom and Pete Buttigieg across several key categories for presidential viability. As shown:
"Welcome, everyone, to the Democratic Self-Assessment Debate, hosted by the Party Psychologist Council. Our candidates today are Gavin Newsom, Governor of California, and Pete Buttigieg, former Secretary of Transportation and Mayor of South Bend. We’ll be asking critical questions drawn from their experience and national perception. Candidates, please respond accordingly."
'You are applying for the most powerful executive position in the world. What’s your greatest executive credential?'
Newsom:
“Well, I’ve managed a state with a GDP larger than most countries. We weathered wildfires, pandemics, and recall attempts. If that’s not executive experience, I don’t know what is.”
Buttigieg:
“I respect that, Governor, but I’ve worked at the federal level — in Cabinet, dealing with infrastructure and the global supply chain. That’s national logistics, not local drama.”
'Do you connect with the average voter? Who are you really appealing to?'
Buttigieg:
“I represent a new generation. I speak seven languages — okay, I dabble — and I talk about real problems, not slogans. I’m someone who listens.”
Newsom:
“I’m out there shaking hands in red states, running podcasts with right-wing hosts. I believe in persuasion. Can’t govern if you only talk to your choir.”
'Your party is fractured. How do you unify the base?'
Newsom:
“We need to disarm culture wars by showing we’re not caricatures. Yes, I made mistakes — French Laundry, included — but I’ve grown. The party needs to grow too.”
Buttigieg:
“I bring calm, clarity, and competence. I don’t yell. I don’t tweet angrily. Democrats want to win? They need someone who sounds like the future.”
'Let’s be honest. Are either of you running for ego?'
Newsom:
(smirks) “If wanting to help America live up to its promise is egotistical, I plead guilty.”
Buttigieg:
“If running with no current state-level base or elected office is egotistical, well, that’s between me and my therapist.”
Newsom:
“I’ve been through the fires — literal and political. I know what leadership costs. And I still show up.”
Buttigieg:
“America deserves fresh vision. Not polished legacy. Not media triangulation. Just grounded, capable leadership.”
âś… WINNER SELECTED: VOTERS UNDECIDED
📢 “Both candidates score high in ambition but low in cohesion. The Party recommends further experience… and a long, serious talk with your state’s voters.”