The challenge for him this time is really twofold: first of all, he's got very strong disapproval ratings among the voters, who are opposing his measures, particularly Democrats, and secondly, there is a very substantial amount of money that is being spent on the 'no' side.
The governor has a history of finishing strong.
He was able to do it two years ago in the recall election, and that's what he's trying to do again.
None of the propositions favored by the governor's administration are inspiring much passion or enthusiasm among voters. With little connecting them to this election, support for the entire enterprise is low.
Voters see little on the ballot that connects to their current concerns.
There's still a long way to go, but the governor is still looking to find the key to what will change public opinion. While his measures may not have moved in a negative direction, there's no sign that voters have any more inclination to support his package.
He needs to convince Democrats and independents that his reforms are not politically motivated, that he's looking after their best interests.
Hardly anyone picked out an initiative and said, 'This one interests me.' .
None of the propositions favored by the governor's administration are inspiring much passion.
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