Summary
Tom Steyer, a businessman and Democrat, is running for governor of California in an open race following Governor Gavin Newsom's exit due to term limits. The race has many candidates, with early polls showing no clear leader, and Steyer currently trailing. California uses a unique primary system where all candidates compete together, and the top two go to the general election.
Key Facts
- Tom Steyer is running for governor of California as a Democrat.
- The race is open because Governor Gavin Newsom cannot run again due to term limits.
- Steyer announced his campaign with a video addressing affordability and criticizing wealthy Americans.
- California's primary system allows all candidates to appear on one ballot, regardless of party.
- An EMC Research poll showed Steyer with 3% of voter support, trailing behind other candidates.
- Another poll from the University of California, Berkeley also showed Steyer with low support at 1%.
- Many voters remain undecided, with 44% stating they haven't chosen a candidate yet according to recent polls.
