Ep. 264: Convo with Mayor Bill Wells

California Underground Podcast: Discussing California Politics Through a Lens of Sanity

Summary

In this episode of the California Underground Podcast, host Phil interviews Bill Wells, the mayor of El Cajon and a candidate for the 51st congressional district in California. They discuss Wells' decision to run for Congress, his stance on COVID-19 restrictions, and the need for conservative voices in California politics. Wells shares his experience of standing up against lockdowns and mask mandates as a mayor and the support he received from the community. He also discusses the importance of individual freedom and the dangers of totalitarianism. He emphasizes the importance of addressing the border crisis, implementing realistic energy policies to boost the economy, and tackling the homelessness and mental health crisis. Wells also expresses concerns about President Biden's cognitive abilities and the impact of his policies on the country. He invites listeners to support his campaign through donations and volunteering.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:34 Bill Wells' Stance on COVID-19 Restrictions

07:47 Standing Up Against COVID-19 Restrictions

10:13 The Importance of Individual Freedom

27:05 The Importance of Open Dialogue and Understanding Between Republicans and Democrats

30:03 Addressing the Border Crisis: Stopping the Flow of Illegal Aliens

36:36 Implementing Realistic Energy Policies to Boost the Economy

42:06 Concerns About President Biden's Cognitive Abilities and Policies