Skip to content Eric Jones, a moving target, Part II: The website(s) September 20, 2026 By John Smolenski I wrote previously about my disappointing experience at the townhall Eric Jones held in Davis on August 26 .
In the wild world of politics, endorsements can be the equivalent of a golden ticket—or a Pandora’s box. Take, for instance, Democratic congressional candidate Eric Jones, who recently found himself in a bit of a pickle after accepting an endorsement from activist Adina Flores. Now, you might be wondering, who is Adina Flores? Well, she’s not just your average activist; she’s been known to sprinkle her social media posts with some rather, let’s say, colorful conspiracy theories, including the eyebrow-raising claim that ‘evil Jews run the world.’ Yes, you read that right.
Flores has a knack for framing political discourse as a grand battle between various factions, including Zionists, Freemasons, and—wait for it—LGBTQ ideology. It’s like she took a political science class and decided to write her own syllabus, complete with all the conspiracy theory buzzwords you can imagine.
Now, back to Eric Jones. He’s been spotted meeting with Flores multiple times, which raises a lot of eyebrows. One can’t help but wonder if he’s trying to cozy up to her or if he’s just really into conspiracy theories. Either way, it’s a choice that’s making waves, and not the good kind.
The scrutiny he’s facing is pretty intense, and it’s not just from political opponents. Voters are rightfully concerned about what this endorsement says about his values and whether he shares any of Flores’ more questionable views. After all, aligning yourself with someone who believes in such outlandish theories can make you look a bit, well, questionable yourself.
It’s fascinating how one endorsement can lead to so many questions. Does Jones agree with Flores? Is he just hoping to gain traction in a crowded primary? Or is he simply naive about the implications of associating with someone whose views are so far outside the mainstream?
In an age where social media can make or break a political career, Jones might want to reconsider his alliances. Because let’s face it, the last thing any candidate needs is to be linked to someone who thinks the world is run by ‘evil Jews.’ It’s a tough sell to the voters, and it certainly doesn’t do him any favors in terms of optics.
So, what’s the takeaway here? Endorsements are a double-edged sword. They can elevate a candidate or drag them down into the murky waters of controversy. In this case, it looks like Eric Jones might want to steer clear of any more endorsements from those who are a bit too fond of the conspiracy theory buffet. Because, really, who needs that kind of drama in their political career?
Inspired by: “Dem House hopeful endorsed by activist who said ‘evil Jews run the world’” (r/Politics)