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California’s Next Governor Interview: Democratic Candidate Gavin Newsom Dives Into Childhood Challenges, Defends His Business Career And Campaign Promises

October 11, 2018 | Ben Adler

The lieutenant governor and former San Francisco mayor makes no apology for his head starts in business and politics and scorns critics who accuse him of political convenience.

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California’s Next Governor Interview: Republican Candidate John Cox On His Childhood Struggles, Outsider Politics — But Not Trump

October 10, 2018 | Ben Adler

Cox traces his underdog spirit back to his mother, whom he describes as “an ardent Democrat” and teachers union member — and his challenging childhood in Illinois.

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Does Gavin Newsom Support The Legislature’s Single-Payer Health Care Bill? It’s Complicated.

April 30, 2018 | Ben Adler

Lt. Gov. Gavin Newsom, who’s faced criticism in the California governor’s race over his stance on single-payer health care, says he backs the bill that stalled in the state Legislature last year — but not in its current form.

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Gubernatorial Candidate Travis Allen: Arrest Jerry Brown For Defying Federal Immigration Laws

February 1, 2018 | Ben Adler

The Trump administration has said it may try to prosecute elected officials in "sanctuary" states and cities who defy federal immigration law. Republican Asm. Travis Allen says that should include the man he hopes to replace as California governor.

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Chiang's Delicate Dance On Single-Payer Health Care

December 8, 2017 | Ben Adler

California Treasurer John Chiang’s effort in his run for governor to strike a balance between support for progressive policies and an image of fiscal prudence could prove tricky on the issue of single-payer health care.

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Cox Pins Gubernatorial Campaign On “Neighborhood Legislature” Initiative

November 3, 2017 | Ben Adler

If San Diego businessman John Cox gets his way, California voters will decide next fall whether to increase the size of the state Legislature nearly 100-fold – and whether to elect him governor.

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Eastin: Jerry Brown “Has Really Hurt” California Schools

October 31, 2017 | Ben Adler

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Delaine Eastin is accusing termed-out Gov. Jerry Brown of “tepid” and “timid” leadership – especially on schools.

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Villaraigosa: Give California Mayors Control Over Local Schools

October 4, 2017 | Ben Adler | Chris Remington

Capitol Bureau Chief Ben Adler kicked off his six-part series interviewing candidates for the California Governor's race in 2018. This week, he interviewed former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa.

 
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