Summary
Recent polls in California's governor race show Republican candidates leading, raising concerns for Democrats. The state's primary system allows the top two candidates, regardless of party, to move to the general election, which could result in both finalists being Republicans due to vote splitting among Democrats.
Key Facts
- California's primary system lets all candidates from any party run together, and the top two move to the general election.
- Two Republicans, Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco, are in the race for governor, along with several Democrats.
- The latest poll showed Hilton leading with 20% support, followed by Democrat Katie Porter with 16% and Republican Bianco with 14%.
- Democrats are concerned about vote splitting due to multiple Democratic candidates, which could allow two Republicans to advance.
- Three recent polls indicate a tight race between Republican and Democratic candidates.
- A poll conducted by Ben Tulchin showed Bianco with 20% and Villaraigosa following closely with 19%.
- An Emerson College poll found Hilton at 16%, Porter at 15%, and Bianco at 11%.
- Porter's campaign has seen some controversy which could affect her standing.
