Give Caitlyn Jenner a chance

The announcement that reality TV star and former Olympian Caitlyn Jenner, a longtime Republican, would run for California governor — in an expected recall election later this year to replace Democrat Gavin Newsom — is making waves. Jenner, who identifies as transgender, officially filed her paperwork in Los Angeles and announced her bid on her website. With the sales savvy one might expect from a reality TV icon, Jenner’s website already has merch for sale, including typical political swag like yard signs and hats, and a few fun extras like wine goblets and beverage coolers.