Peter Hamby: California Is The Progressive Id
The article discusses the current state of California politics and its influence on the Democratic primary to replace Gavin Newsom. It highlights the emergence of a proto-Trump candidate for Los Angeles mayor and notes that Republicans are taking notice of these developments. The piece reflects on the sentiments of voters regarding California's governance and its implications for the broader political landscape in America.
- ▪California's governance is a topic of concern even among some Democrats.
- ▪The Democratic primary to replace Gavin Newsom is currently underway.
- ▪A proto-Trump candidate is running for mayor of Los Angeles.
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| Original publisher | The Bulwark |
| Canonical URL | https://www.thebulwark.com/p/peter-hamby-california-is-the-progressive |
| Publication time | Sat, 30 May 2026 10:01:44 GMT |
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Playback speed×Share postShare post at current timeShare from 0:000:00/PreviewPeter Hamby: California Is The Progressive IdSarah LongwellMay 30, 2026∙ PaidShareEveryone loves to complain about how California is governed...even some of the Democrats in our focus groups. So, how is the Democratic primary to replace Gavin Newsom shaping up? Plus, a proto-Trump is running for Los Angeles mayor, and Republicans are noticing beyond California. Puck News's Peter Hamby returns to the show to download on how California politics is shaping the rest of America in 2026.By Peter Hamby:California LoveIs Xavier Becerra the Best California Can Do?Leave a commentWatch, listen, and leave a comment.
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