Two Democrats running off in November would be a distinct possibility. And, that is what we may see if the Republican Party doesn’t get its act together and produce strong candidates when the next gubernatorial election rolls around. If Gov. Brown wins re-election this year as predicted, he will be prohibited from running again. A number of potential gubernatorial candidates would seek the office. Circumstances could change over four years of course, but often mentioned as viable gubernatorial candidates are Attorney General Kamala Harris, Lt. Gov. Gavin Newsom, former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaragoisa, Sacramento Mayor Kevin Johnson, current Controller John Chiang, hedge-fund billionaire Tom Steyer and others. The political math indicates that a number of strong Democratic candidates splitting the vote would allow a solid Republican to grab one of the top two spots. But will the party come up with a candidate to meet the challenge?
Source: Top-Two Primary Twist on the State’s Top Job – Next Time :: Fox&Hounds
