Progressive Group Founded by Bernie Sanders Endorses Billionaire for California Governor
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Bernie Sanders' progressive group, Our Revolution, endorsed billionaire Tom Steyer for California governor.
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Our Revolution, the progressive group founded by Bernie Sanders, endorsed hedge-fund billionaire Tom Steyer for California governor on Monday. Executive Director Joseph Geevarghese stated the decision was influenced by Rep. Eric Swalwell’s exit from the race and a desire to prevent a Republican victory. Steyer has spent $120 million of his own money on ads and has risen in polls since Swalwell's departure. The group believes Steyer is the candidate most ideologically aligned with their goals and best positioned to win the June 2 primary. This endorsement marks Steyer's first major backing from a national progressive organization.
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