Meet the candidates for California governor
California's gubernatorial primary features a crowded Democratic field and two Republican candidates polling near the top. The top two candidates will advance to the November election, with contenders including former U.S. Health Secretary, Riverside County sheriff, and environmental advocate Tom Steyer.
California's governor is the most powerful elected official in the US, with a $300 billion budget and influence over 39 million residents. The top two candidates in the primary election, regardless of party, will advance to the November election. The Democratic field includes former U.S. Health Secretary, law professor Katie Porter, environmental advocate Tom Steyer, and Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond. Republican candidates include Riverside County sheriff and former adviser to the UK prime minister, Matt Mahan. Candidates have varying policy proposals, including tax cuts and increases, housing development, and climate change initiatives.
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