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Five things to know about California’s election, from Congress to the governor’s race

by Ben Christoper • CalMatters June 3, 2026October 26, 2026

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Community, Government

Billionaire Tom Steyer, candidate for governor, draws more than 400 people in packed Santa Barbara town hall forum

by Joshua Molina • Santa Barbara News-Press April 16, 2026October 26, 2026

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Government, State/Region

Eric Swalwell withdraws from gubernatorial race

by Arturo Garcia • Times of San Diego April 13, 2026October 26, 2026