Governor Endorses Recall of Ex-Assembly Speaker Allen

Gov. Pete Wilson on Thursday endorsed the recall of Assemblywoman Doris Allen, saying the Orange County legislator betrayed Republican colleagues and her party’s principles when she struck a deal with Democrats earlier this year to become Assembly Speaker.

Wilson said Allen brought “disgrace and dishonor” to the speakership by working to subvert the interests of fellow Republicans.

Allen, who resigned as Speaker on Sept. 14 but still faces a recall election Nov. 28 in her district, said she was not surprised, saying it was a bald attempt by Wilson to curry favor with conservatives who have not endorsed his presidential campaign.

“I think it is hypocritical of him . . . considering the Orange County political machine is staunchly behind one of his major presidential opponents,” Allen said. “It is well-known that his presidential campaign is in deep financial trouble.”