California's woes at the center of debate among leading candidates for governor
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Leading candidates for California governor are debating the state's challenges in a wide-open contest.
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If you are a California voter, your choice in the upcoming gubernatorial election will determine how the state addresses its critical issues.
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Leading candidates for California governor are debating the state's significant challenges. This marks the first time in a generation that California's highest office is a wide-open contest, drawing over 50 names onto the ballot. The debate centers on addressing various "woes" facing the heavily Democratic state. This election cycle is unusual for California, which typically sees incumbents or clear frontrunners. Voters will choose from a broad field to address critical issues.
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