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Democrat Betty Yee exits the race for governor of California

Former California controller Betty Yee has exited the race for governor, dealing another blow to an already fractured Democratic field and intensifying concerns that the party could split its vote in the state's unusual "top-two" primary system.

Latin Times

Another Democrat exits crowded campaign for California governor

Another Democrat is exiting the crowded contest for California governor

The Independent UK

USC pulled the plug on its California gubernatorial debate just hours before it began

The school pulled the plug amid mounting controversy.

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California governor poll raises prospect of two Republicans contesting runoff

Survey puts Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco ahead with Democratic vote split between large field of candidates

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California Democrats defy call from party to abandon crowded race: ‘Voters choose the next governor’

State party chair had urged candidates with no ‘viable path’ to victory to drop out to ensure Democratic win in November

The Guardian - US

Can’t win? Drop out: California Democrats plead with governor hopefuls as party fears Republican surge

Party worries crowded field to replace Gavin Newsom – and quirk of primary system – could open door for Republicans in November

The Guardian - US

‘Trump’s reign of terror must end’: California Democrats plot national return to power

Emboldened by recent wins, elected officials gathered in San Francisco to share strategy for a midterm ‘reckoning’

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A Little Place Called Home?

San Jose is delivering low-cost tiny homes for people living on the streets of California’s third-largest city — as long as the state continues to fund it.

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Billionaire Environmental Activist Seeking To Succeed Gavin Newsom As Governor, Saying Corporations Need To Pay Their Fair Share Again

Billionaire businessman and environmental activist Tom Steyer has officially launched his campaign for California governor, joining a crowded field of Democrats and Republicans aiming to succeed term-limited Gov. Gavin Newsom.

Benzinga

California dreaming: who is running to succeed Gavin Newsom as governor?

A total of 150 candidates have submitted paperwork, but here are the frontrunners for the election

The Guardian - US

California gubernatorial candidate calls for a ‘gender neutral’ Olympics in 2028

‘Transgender female athletes are women athletes, and they should be able to compete,’ California gubernatorial candidate Betty Yee has said

The Independent UK

Despite scandals, key California politicians glide toward reelection. Here's why

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — A California insurance commissioner who billed taxpayers for long-distance living expenses and broke a vow not to accept campaign donations from members of the industry he was elected to regulate.

Los Angeles Times

Lawmakers call for inquiry into California controller's role in failed mask deal

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California lawmakers say they are troubled by state Controller Betty Yee's behind-the-scenes advice to a politically connected company seeking a $600 million no-bid government contract to provide COVID-19 masks, prompting some to call for a second legislative hearing into the failed deal.

Los Angeles Times

Editorial: California school salaries should be easier for the public to see

For the last several years, the vast majority of California school districts have ignored a seemingly simple request from the state controller: to send in their payroll information, so the controller can include education salaries in a large public database that shows how much employees are paid in state and…

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Unpaid tickets, tolls and court fees prevent poor Californians from receiving tax credits

An estimated 1 million Californians will not receive their full tax refunds this year because the state will intercept the money to pay off debts such as outstanding parking tickets, tolls, court fees, tuition and child support.

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