
California Democrats Urged to Consolidate for Governor Race
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California Democratic Party Chair Urges Candidates to Consolidate, Avoid Republican Win
In a recent podcast episode, California Democratic Party chair Rusty Hicks issued an open letter urging gubernatorial candidates to evaluate their chances and consider stepping aside to prevent Republicans from winning in the deep blue state. With the race overlapping a possible second Trump term, Hicks emphasized the high stakes, noting that California Democrats must lead on national issues and maintain global influence.
Polling shows the top five contenders bunched together, with two Republicans and three Democrats in the mix. State schools superintendent Tony Thurmond and former Los Angeles mayor Antonio Villaraigosa have criticized the party push, with Thurmond claiming it targets candidates of color and Villaraigosa suggesting former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra should drop out.
As the primary nears, party leaders hope candidates heed the call to avoid an upset. With voters yet to rally behind clear favorites, the outcome of this key race remains uncertain.
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