California governor’s primary pitted experience against promises of change
Summary
California held a primary election for governor with over 60 candidates competing. The main contenders included Democrat Xavier Becerra, Democrat Tom Steyer, and Republican Steve Hilton, who offered differing visions between experience and promises of change. The top two candidates from this primary will move on to the general election in November.Key Facts
- California's governor primary featured more than 60 candidates from all parties on a single ballot.
- The top two finishers in the primary advance to the November general election.
- Democrat Xavier Becerra is a former state attorney general and U.S. health secretary, promoting steady leadership.
- Democrat Tom Steyer is a billionaire climate activist promising progressive reforms like a government-run health system.
- Republican Steve Hilton, a former British political adviser, seeks to shift California's liberal policies with a conservative reset.
- Other notable candidates included Republican Chad Bianco, Democrat Katie Porter, and San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan, who conceded after polls closed.
- A main issue in the campaign was California's high cost of living, including expensive housing, high gas prices, and high electricity rates.
- Voters have been deciding between experience and new approaches to lead the state, the most populous in the U.S.
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