After giving Chad Bianco every chance, I just voted for Steve Hilton
Jon Fleischman has decided to vote for Steve Hilton in the California gubernatorial race after giving Chad Bianco ample opportunity to improve his standing. Despite Bianco's experience and support, polling indicates that Hilton is the stronger candidate to advance in California's top-two primary system. The decision reflects a strategic choice based on the current political landscape rather than personal preference.
- ▪Steve Hilton is currently tied for second place in the California gubernatorial race with 17% support according to Emerson College Polling.
- ▪Chad Bianco, despite being a serious candidate with significant experience, is trailing behind Hilton with only 11% support.
- ▪The California top-two primary system means that only the top two candidates will advance to the November election, making it crucial for Republican voters to consolidate behind Hilton.
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Opinion After giving Chad Bianco every chance, I just voted for Steve Hilton By Jon Fleischman Published May 19, 2026, 2:27 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google I have followed this governor’s race as closely as anyone in California Republican politics. I have not endorsed either candidate. I gave Chad Bianco every opportunity to drive his numbers up. I waited until the last possible moment. I wanted to give Bianco supporters every chance to be proven right. The numbers never moved enough. And now the calendar has made the decision for all of us. This week I cast my ballot for Steve Hilton. Emerson College Polling showed Steve Hilton tied for second place at 17% in the California gubernatorial race.
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