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How California Politics Set the National Tone

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How California Politics Set the National Tone
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California is preparing for a gubernatorial election following Gavin Newsom's tenure. The state's jungle primary has been disrupted by former Rep. Eric Swalwell's withdrawal amid allegations of sexual assault. As Democrats face challenges in unifying their candidates, Republican Steve Hilton is gaining traction with Trump's endorsement.

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Analysis How California Politics Set the National Tone Ronald Reagan honed his right-wing conservatism in the Golden State. A pencil drawing of a man smiling and wearing glasses Julian E. Zelizer By Julian E. Zelizer, a columnist at Foreign Policy and a professor of history and public affairs at Princeton University. Sign up for Julian’s newsletter, The Long View, here. A black and white photograph from a low angle shows a smiling man in a suit reaching out to shake hands with several people. His arm is extended toward the camera, and the hands of three other people in suits enter the frame from the sides, reaching back toward him. The background features a clear sky and the top of a manicured hedge. Ronald Reagan shakes hands with supporters on Jan. 12, 1966.

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