Safe and steady: Becerra ascends as Democrats’ reliable pick for California governor
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After Eric Swalwell’s scandal, Xavier Becerra is seen as the Democrats’ safe, reliable choice for California’s governor, leveraging a long resume and calm demeanor to gain ground in polls, while rivals like Katie Porter and Tom Steyer stay competitive; critics say he needs more policy specifics amid a polarized field that also features GOP contenders leading in some surveys.
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