The Price of Leadership: Newsom's Unusual Gambit Against Chevron Gavin Newsom, the Democratic Governor of California, has taken a rare step by advising residents to avoid filling up at Chevron stations over Memorial Day weekend.
This move is part of an ongoing spat between Newsom and the oil company over who bears responsibility for high gas prices in the state.
At its core, this dispute appears to be another example of politicians squabbling over blame. However, it's worth examining the context and implications behind Newsom's decision.