Becerra Gains Momentum in CA Governor Race, Leading Hilton in New Poll
TL;DR
A June Institute of Governmental Studies poll shows Xavier Becerra leading California’s governor race, with 52% of the general electorate backing Becerra and 31% supporting Republican Steve Hilton; billionaire Tom Steyer trails. The poll also finds broad left-leaning support for Becerra (including progressives), a favorable rating for Becerra at about 44%, and stronger appeal to moderates and Latinos, helping him outperform Hilton even in persuadable areas like Orange County and the Central Valley. About 17% of voters remain undecided. If elected, Becerra would be California’s first Latino governor in more than 150 years.
- Early poll shows Becerra unites California’s left as governor’s race heads to fall Sacramento Bee
- The first post-primary poll of the California governor race is here SFGATE
- Becerra heads toward the November election with a major edge over Hilton in governor's race, poll shows Los Angeles Times
- Hilton Beats Steyer to Win Second Spot in California Governor Race The New York Times
- Xavier Becerra leads CA governor's poll against Steve Hilton NBC Los Angeles
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