Is boring back? The California governor’s race and the fight for the future of the Democratic party
The California governor's race has become a complex and uninspiring contest for Democrats, with no clear frontrunners and a significant scandal affecting the candidates. Xavier Becerra, once polling low, is now in a competitive three-way race against Tom Steyer and Steve Hilton. This election highlights the Democratic party's struggle to define its identity in a changing political landscape.
- ▪Xavier Becerra is campaigning with endorsements from prominent Democrats like Jasmine Crockett.
- ▪The race has been described as lacking excitement compared to previous elections in California.
- ▪Democrats are grappling with their identity and direction in the current political climate.
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From left, Antonio Villaraigosa, Katie Porter, Tom Steyer, Steve Hilton, Chad Bianco, Xavier Becerra and Matt Mahan in a California governor debate earlier this month. Photograph: MediaNews Group/Los Angeles Daily News/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenFrom left, Antonio Villaraigosa, Katie Porter, Tom Steyer, Steve Hilton, Chad Bianco, Xavier Becerra and Matt Mahan in a California governor debate earlier this month. Photograph: MediaNews Group/Los Angeles Daily News/Getty ImagesCaliforniaIs boring back? The California governor’s race and the fight for the future of the Democratic partyA massive field, no clear frontrunners and one big scandal have turned the high-stakes battle into a head-scratcherLauren Gambino in Los AngelesSat 23 May 2026 08.00 EDTLast modified on Sat 23 May 2026…
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