California gubernatorial candidates divided over education funding and social issues
California gubernatorial candidates have differing views on education funding and social issues, with some proposing expanded funding and others advocating for stricter teacher accountability. The next governor will follow a predecessor who increased K-12 per-pupil funding by 61% and made other significant education investments.
California's gubernatorial candidates are divided on education funding and social issues. The current governor has increased K-12 per-pupil funding by 61%, invested in community schools, and expanded universal transitional kindergarten. The top candidates include Republican Steve Hilton and Democrats Tom Steyer, Xavier Becerra, and Katie Porter. All major candidates agree that student test scores are too low, with 49% of students meeting English language arts proficiency standards and 37.3% meeting math standards. Candidates such as Matt Mahan propose investing in high-dosage tutoring and evidence-based literacy curricula, while Steve Hilton advocates for holding teachers accountable for student performance. The June 2 primary will feature 61 candidates, with the top two advancing to the November 3 general election.
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