The gig was interesting. I think I met the next Governor of California. / myLot

Walnut Creek, California

October 6, 2026 11:45am CST

Sunday's gig turned out to be at a small scale political rally in Stockton CA. The "guest of honor" was Jerry McNerney, currently a California State Senator. He also served for several years as a US Congressman. I got to stand around and chat with him for a couple of minutes as the band was setting up. He is trained as an engineer, not as a lawyer. I wish we could have spoken longer. Another guest was (I forget his name), the Democratic nominee for Governor of California. We didn't get to speak, but as he was leaving the stage, I did a double chest bump with my fist and pointed at him. He did the same back to me. It was pretty cool. The music itself went fine, except that it was about 100 F out, so I had to stay hydrated. I drank some beers and some Sprites. How is your Tuesday shaping up?

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Jim

@Ineeddentures (30454)

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13h

did a double chest bump with my fist and pointed at him. He did the same back to me. It was pretty cool That does indeed sound pretty cool

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The Horse

@TheHorse (240915)

• Walnut Creek, California

12h

It was a cool moment. I'll have to try to remember his name. We have a good Governor right now, but it looks like he may try to run for President.

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Jim

@Ineeddentures (30454)

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12h

@TheHorse Ah well hope he makes a better more fair less racist sexist shitebag president than Trump

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Anna

@LadyDuck (505394)

• Italy

14h

I am glad the music went fine, but I fear it was really too hot to fully enjoy the event.

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The Horse

@TheHorse (240915)

• Walnut Creek, California

14h

You are correct. I was uncomfortable for much of the time we were playing.

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Anna

@LadyDuck (505394)

• Italy

19m

@TheHorse - When it is so hot everything we do becomes uncomfortable.

Amber

@AmbiePam (129807)

• United States

15h

I hope he’s a better man than Gavin Newsom. That guy does not impress me at all.

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The Horse

@TheHorse (240915)

• Walnut Creek, California

15h

Which of Newsom's policies do you disagree with?

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RasmaSandra

@RasmaSandra (101336)

• Daytona Beach, Florida

10h

Just fine it is 77 and raining outside, Now I feel a bit cool but its is better than roasting, You reminded me of Arnie Schwarzenegger what is he doing lately?

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Winterishere

@thedevilinme (5685)

• Northampton, England

So who is that Gavin Newsom chap?

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Michael

@Wrexxo (8985)

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14h

That sounds like a fun gig, and the chest bump moment with the nominee is a good story. Playing outside in 100 degree heat sounds rough, so smart to keep drinking. My Tuesday is slow so far, just taking it easy.

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The Horse

@TheHorse (240915)

• Walnut Creek, California

12h

I am taking it easy today as well.

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