Newsom: 'Break Glass' in Case Republicans Win
California Governor Gavin Newsom has expressed concern about the possibility of two Republican candidates advancing in the state's jungle primary. He mentioned a 'break the glass scenario' to prevent this outcome, indicating that Democrats would take action to ensure their candidates remain in the race. The Democratic Party is also considering repealing the jungle primary system if it no longer guarantees their success.
- ▪Gavin Newsom warned of a scenario where two Republicans could advance in the California governor's race.
- ▪He stated that Democrats would take measures to prevent being locked out of the election.
- ▪Democratic operatives are moving to repeal the jungle primary system if it fails to secure Democratic candidates.
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Newsom: 'Break Glass' in Case Republicans Win David Strom 10:00 AM | May 18, 2026 AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez When liberals piously talk about the importance of "democracy," it strokes the egos of their supporters who believe that any political victory made by one of their opponents is illegitimate, motivated by hate, and a danger to democratic "norms." Advertisement googletag.cmd.push(function () { googletag.display("div-gpt-300x250_4"); //googletag.pubads().refresh([gptAdSlot["div-gpt-300x250_4"]]) }); It's all an act.
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