California Governor’s Race in Turmoil as Democrats Struggle to Unite

54 articles · Updated · SFGATE · Apr 17

California's Democratic governor race remains unsettled after Eric Swalwell's exit, with seven major candidates splitting the vote.
Polling shows Republicans Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco leading, but Democrats Tom Steyer and Xavier Becerra are gaining ground as voting nears.
Democrats fear being locked out of the general election due to a divided field, with party leaders declining to endorse a single candidate.

How does California’s unique primary system create a high-stakes race for the top two spots?

With many voters undecided, what issue will ultimately determine the outcome of this race?

How might a candidate's long government record influence voters in this unpredictable election?

With a top contender out, who will capture the support, staff, and funding left behind?

Can massive ad spending translate a sudden polling surge into a primary election victory?

How do candidates' personal finances shape their approaches to economic and housing policy?