California Governor's Race Polls Show A Tightening Battle
May 16, 2026·about 3 hours ago·via The New York Times

New polling gives an early look at who is leading California’s 2026 governor’s race, but the field is still taking shape. The contest matters because California remains a proving ground for the state’s high-tax, high-regulation model and the Democratic grip on power. For voters, the question is whether the next governor doubles down on the status quo or offers a real course correction. Polls may shift, but the direction of the race already signals a major fight ahead. Read more about this...