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I Saw Devin Nunes at World Ag Expo. Did You?
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By David Taub, Senior Reporter
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February 15, 2018

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Yes, Devin Nunes did make an appearance at the World Ag Expo.

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No, he did not stay around very long.
GV Wire may have been the only media organization to catch a glimpse of the hometown congressman at the International Agri-Center in Tulare. He attended a VIP breakfast ahead of opening ceremonies.

Nunes Works the Crowd

Nunes shook hands and took pictures with fellow attendees. He posed for a picture with Assemblyman Frank Bigelow of Madera County. He said hello to Tulare Mayor Carlton Jones (who served as a WAE volunteer).
But Nunes did not want to take questions. At least that’s what his staff was saying, as they whisked him out of the building. They told me he had a plane to catch. This was despite the fact he was scheduled to participate in the opening ceremonies and a town hall with U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue.
I am humbled by the thousands of people who watched my non-interaction with Nunes. But, his refusal to answer even the most mundane question about the Democratic memo was not out of cowardice, as many on Twitter suggested.


Nunes’ actions didn’t have anything to do with cowardice. He simply didn’t answer my query because he knows he can get away with not answering.
This is not to say Nunes has implemented a local media blackout. He’ll grant interviews with his favorite local radio host, or a TV station or two.

A Safe District

The reality is that Nunes’ media selection, whether local or his own news website, is not an issue that will turn the electorate of California’s 22nd congressional district against him.

The only way the district will turn against Devin Nunes is if someone produces a picture of the congressman holding hands with Nancy Pelosi and/or Hillary Clinton.
President Donald Trump is not a divisive issue that will turn the district.
The dueling Nunes/Democratic memos are not a divisive issue among the constituents.
Neither are DACA, water and Russia.
The only way the district will turn against Devin Nunes is if someone produces a picture of the congressman holding hands with Nancy Pelosi and/or Hillary Clinton.
Despite throngs of internet haters, Nunes is popular in his Republican-heavy district.
Now, Andrew Janz is certainly the most formidable candidate Nunes has faced since becoming a congressman. This will no doubt be a tighter race than the 30-point blowouts we’ve seen in the past. But all the “Janzstanding” in the world may not be enough to flip the district.

Tortoise Versus Hare?

The art of political prediction is becoming more irrelevant by the election. I can say Nunes will cruise to a victory, and possibly be wrong. Who knows in the age of Trumpism?
I hope Nunes knows what he’s doing on the campaign trail. He’s certainly raised enough money (nearly $4 million on hand).
If this race goes south, as the Twitterverse may lead you to believe, Nunes would become the ultimate hare.

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David Taub,
Senior Reporter
Curiosity drives David Taub. The award-winning journalist might be shy, but feels mighty with a recorder in his hand. He doesn't see it his job to "hold public officials accountable," but does see it to provide readers (and voters) the information needed to make intelligent choices. Taub has been honored with several writing awards from the California News Publishers Association. He's just happy to have his stories read. Joining GV Wire in 2016, Taub covers politics, government and elections, mainly in the Fresno/Clovis area. He also writes columns about local eateries (Appetite for Fresno), pro wrestling (Off the Bottom Rope), and media (Media Man). Prior to joining the online news source, Taub worked as a radio producer for KMJ and PowerTalk 96.7 in Fresno. He also worked as an assignment editor for KCOY-TV in Santa Maria, California, and KSEE-TV in Fresno. He has also worked behind the scenes for several sports broadcasts, including the NCAA basketball tournament, and the Super Bowl. When not spending time with his family, Taub loves to officially score Fresno Grizzlies games. Growing up in the San Francisco Bay Area, Taub is a die-hard Giants and 49ers fan. He graduated from the University of Michigan with dual degrees in communications and political science. Go Blue! You can contact David at 559-492-4037 or at Send an Email

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