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Steve Hilton's new ad is being called 'creepy'
SFGATE • • nation
Key Points:
- Republican gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton released an online ad depicting two women discussing trying something new, which is revealed to be voting Republican for the first time, sparking backlash from conservatives.
- Critics like Pastor Jack Hibbs and candidate Sonja Shaw condemned the ad for promoting "lesbianism" and being "creepy" and "disturbing," with Shaw saying it alienates traditional Republican voters.
- The ad has garnered 5.5 million views since its posting on October 1, despite Hilton trailing Democrat Xavier Becerra significantly in recent polls.
- Becerra holds a strong lead in polls with around 58-60% support compared to Hilton's 33-38%, reflecting California's Democratic majority among registered voters.
- Hilton, a former Fox News commentator, did not respond to requests for comment and is scheduled to speak at an LGBT roundtable event in Palm Desert.
