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Grassroots Power, Long Game: Becerra Ramps Up California Governor Bid

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Source: Los Angeles Times
Grassroots Power, Long Game: Becerra Ramps Up California Governor Bid
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Xavier Becerra surges in the California governor race after Rep. Eric Swalwell drops out, drawing new support and narrowing the gap with frontrunner Tom Steyer; the piece weighs his decades-long resume and endorsements against criticisms of his record—from his time as California attorney general and HHS secretary to his handling of COVID-19 and the migrant unaccompanied minors crisis—as Californians weigh experience and representation in a volatile primary that will determine November’s winner.

Topics:nationpolitics#california-governor-race#latino-politics#politics#polls#tom-steyer#xavier-becerra
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