Two Republicans Are Fighting for California Governor. Why a Tie Is Their Best Strategy
California Republicans Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco are competing in the governor's race, with a unique opportunity to advance to the November ballot if they split the Republican vote evenly. The top-two primary system allows the two candidates with the most votes to move forward, regardless of party, giving the Republicans a chance to shut out Democratic candidates.
California's governor's race has two Republican candidates, Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco. They are running on similar policies, including deregulation and reducing the cost of living. The top-two primary system allows the two candidates with the most votes to advance to the November ballot. Hilton and Bianco need to split the Republican vote evenly to move forward. They are currently neck-and-neck in polls, with Hilton raising over $6.6 million and Bianco raising over $4 million. The California Republican Party will take an endorsement vote at its convention next weekend.
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