.votebox_legend .non_result_row { A state share of $500 million would generate an additional investment of $1.5 to $2 billion in new affordable housing production. Orange represents counties won by Hernandez. Support Students in Full-Service Community Schools. But for too many, California’s economic recovery is a spectator sport. Incumbent Democratic Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom was ineligible to run for reelection due to term limits and successfully ran for Governor of California instead. Beyond increasing housing production through incentives and penalties, Gavin understands there are other steps that can be taken to improve access to secure affordable housing. As Governor, Gavin will continue to be a national voice for the LGBT community, urging Congress to protect Ryan White Care Act, Planned Parenthood and Medicare funding, and to once and for all pass the Equality Act. Carl DeMaio (R), who is also involved in the campaign, said the initiative would "motivate turnout, and let's be very clear: Republicans have a turnout problem this year. That’s why he supports regulatory streamlining to make it easier for the private sector to produce these housing units, and will work with our corporate partners to create workforce housing serving middle-class families and moderate income households. California uses a nonpartisan blanket primary for its state and federal elections (excluding presidential elections). Gavin Newsom (D) defeated businessman John Cox (R) in the general election on November 6, 2018, for governor of California. position: absolute; As Governor, Gavin will focus on expanding access to higher education, as well as refocusing career technical education and workforce development programs. A review by The Washington Post of nearly 90 state and federal voting lawsuits found that judges have been dubious of Republican arguments about the risk of widespread fraud. We will expand both earn-and-learn apprenticeships and successful labor-management programs, both of which expand opportunity for Californians in growing sectors like advanced manufacturing, energy, health, information technology and hospitality. ", "State Sen. Cannella considers 2018 lieutenant governor's race", "Richmond's 'Bernie Sanders of the East Bay' to run for lieutenant governor", "Sierra Club California Endorses Jeff Bleich", "Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence Endorses Jeff Bleich for Lt. Jerry Brown (D) defeated Meg Whitman (R) to become Governor of California in 2010. Democratic incumbent Dianne Feinstein has been in the Senate since 1993. .votebox-results-cell--check { Governor Candidate Cole Harris", "California's new attorney general is latest to back state Sen. Ed Hernandez for lieutenant governor", "Today I'm proud to endorse such a wide and impressive array of Democratic candidates – leaders as diverse, patriotic, and big-hearted as the America they're running to represent:", "Sen. Kamala Harris makes her pick in California's lieutenant governor's race", "Congresswoman Doris Matsui Endorses Eleni Kounalakis for Lt. Only 1,487 were Hispanic or Latino and only 146 were black. Campaigning is underway for the June 5 primary, and these are the best-known candidates in … California is leading the national recovery but it’s producing far more jobs than homes. If you are aware of spending that should be included, please email us. John Cox supports clean energy efforts and that begins at home by driving an electric car. Red represents counties won by Harris and counties with Republican vote majorities. To spur the construction of affordable housing, Gavin believes we must not only increase our investments in its creation, but also identify sources of new funding. Cox compared Newsom's single payer healthcare plan to giving control of healthcare outcomes to California's Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). In fact, he believes that we can surpass our 100% goal by positioning California as a net exporter of energy to other states and nations. Our schools are failing and millions of forgotten Californians cannot afford decent housing. Court of Appeals | Predatory lenders and predatory for-profit colleges are thriving at the expense of hardworking men, women, and students who are trying to create a better future for their families. .results_text { .results_table { Jerry Brown (D) took office. But maybe neither is right for the job. max-width: 75px; However, the rules and regulations governing the affordable housing finance system are set up to fail many of these workers, the “Missing Middle” in California, those whose incomes fall between qualifying for market rate and subsidized housing. Gavin believes that instead of driving jobs out of the state, we need to replace diesel with zero pollution clean technology like hydrogen fuel cells and electric vehicles. It shouldn’t cost twice as much to build a house in California as in other states. Before Johnson had his first midterm in 1966, he was re-elected president in 1964. } border-radius: 50%; padding-left: 16px; California’s sky-high sales taxes, vehicle license fees, and the highest gasoline taxes in the nation are a major reason so many families just can’t make ends meet anymore. This section provides the PredictIt market prices for this race during the three months leading up to the election. } .results_row.winner { More than ever, America needs California’s example, to prove that old fears and prejudices need not be the new normal, and to match resistance with results. As Governor, Gavin will harness the ingenuity of Silicon Valley and Silicon Beach, and utilize California technology to create a 21st century grid capable of powering the world’s fifth largest economy. font-size: 12px; if(document.getElementsByClassName("reference").length==0) if(document.getElementById('Footnotes')!==null) document.getElementById('Footnotes').parentNode.style.display = 'none'; California elections in 2020 | We'll do it by increasing workplace protections for women that address discrimination and wage transparency; expanding access to STEM and other fields, building a pipeline for women to high-paying jobs while simultaneously lifting up women in low-wage and service industry jobs; and by empowering women in California by implementing policies that support working families: universal preschool, high-quality, affordable child care, and expanded family and sick leave because a parent should never be forced to choose between a job and taking care of a newborn. Redistricting, List of California ballot measures | Before launching his political career, Newsom worked in real estate and ran a wine business. .race_header.republican { Fourth, many cities rightfully tell us they have a transportation problem but in reality, it’s also a housing problem. We sit at the forefront of innovation as the fifth largest economy in the world but we’re susceptible to cyber-attacks and acts of terrorism. margin-top: 1em; | From its dramatic coastline to dense forests, majestic mountains and diverse desert ecosystems, California is unparalleled in its natural beauty. Les gouverneurs du New Hampshire et du Vermont ont un mandat de deux ans, leurs dernières élections de gouverneur ont eu lieu en 2016 ainsi que pour l'Oregon où des élections anticipées ont eu lieu pour remplacer John Kitzhaber qui a démissionné en fév… Newsom's campaign website stated the following: California’s values aren’t just a point of pride - they are the very fabric of the state’s history, identity, and future. jQuery( ".votebox" ).each(function( index ) { Cox opposes the High Speed Rail Project in contrast to his opponent Gavin Newsom. The status quo isn't working. Homeownership rates have dropped dramatically. } .votebox_legend { Heading into the 2018 elections, there were 16 Democratic governors, 33 Republican governors, and one independent governor. We can link transportation funding to housing goals to encourage smart growth. The Supreme Court’s historic decision to enshrine marriage equality as the law of the land was a milestone for the LGBT community but new threats are emerging from Washington D.C.: a President intent on rolling back protections, a Vice President who believes in conversion therapy, and a Congress using “bathroom bills” as a wedge issue to divide us. Lt. Gov. Ours is at once the richest and poorest state. padding-bottom: 5px; color: #888; In a primary debate in May, Newsom said the state should fund childhood development beyond preschool, "We need to focus on prenatal care, we need to focus on building the architecture of the brain in those first three critical years.". In any given year, one in four families in California deal with a mental health condition. padding-bottom: 8px; Focus on the First Three Years of a Child’s Life. I got a Uniqlo mask. font-weight: 100; Gavin will continue to knock down language, disability, and other barriers to voting and expand access to voter registration opportunities. margin: 0; Congressional delegation | display: table; Education is economic development. Gavin is committed to California’s progressive legislation that prevents the exploitation and abuse of animals. Financial regulation | He believes that the state government ought to reflect the values of its people, not the other way around. font-size: 12px; } Taxes, Communications: Kristen Vonasek • Kayla Harris • Megan Brown • Mary Dunne • Sarah Groat • Heidi Jung width: 100% Race, Hernandez Pulls in Key Endorsement from Speaker Emeritus Pérez", "4th California Speaker Endorses Ed Hernandez for Lt. text-align: center; That’s why we must support the $4 billion statewide housing bond on the November 2018 ballot. Improve the Reliability of California’s Water Supply. setTimeout(function() { defer() }, 500); These unique partnerships between business, labor, government and the educational community expand opportunity for Californians in growing sectors like advanced manufacturing, energy, health, information technology and hospitality. As Governor, Gavin will expand broadband infrastructure to close the digital divide and provide “Computer Science for All.” width: 50%; Meanwhile, California continues to face voter participation disparities particularly amongst communities of color and younger voters. } Across the state, 134,000 people are living on the streets, a third of them suffering with progressed stages of mental illness. Two different problems. .votebox-results-metadata { .inner_percentage.Green { } else { Moreover, California currently provides about $85 million in tax credits to invest in affordable housing. Governor", "@DemSocialists has endorsed @RepKanielaIng for #HI01 and @GayleforCA for Calif. Lt. Gov, in addition to a host of local candidates. As Governor, John Cox will work to continue California’s environmental stewardship by working to expand clean energy options. } The governor also has full membership and voting powers to the Regents of the University of California, the governing board of the University of California system, along with other elected officials, and a majority of members on the Regents of the University of California are appointed by the governor. Click here for all California Governor Polls. What we know — and still want to know — about Trump’s company. In an increasingly global world, apprenticeships provide the education and training necessary to prepare Californians for the jobs of today and tomorrow. John Cox flatly rejects Gavin Newsom’s “sanctuary state” policies that have allowed violent criminal aliens to escape prosecution. Gavin believes we have an economic and moral imperative to protect our state’s immigrants and help them thrive, particularly our students, who are the future of our state’s workforce and economic growth. State Senate | Gavin understands the importance of after school programs in closing the opportunity gap, and believes in extending this support throughout the year, by investing in summer programming. if (window.jQuery) { As Governor, Gavin will continue to step up and step in to this debate. Nearly two million children – one in five – live in poverty. } As Governor, Gavin will nurture regional and cluster-based collaborations partnering industry, our academic institutions, and communities to innovate new ideas and spur economic growth throughout the state. If you think access to quality health care is tough now, imagine if the DMV was in charge. } He is passionate about community colleges, and believes they are the backbone of our economy and one of our most effective tools for upward mobility. To remain the world’s powerhouse of innovation, California must ramp up its efforts on multiple fronts: doubling down on R&D, strengthening manufacturing prowess, unleashing more entrepreneurial energy, catalyzing business startups and expansion and, most importantly, supporting innovation by smoothing the path between a brilliant idea and a global brand. Transportation: Gavin believes it is a moral imperative for California to lead in addressing these issues in a meaningful way. The terms of the seats are staggered so that roughly one-third of the seats are up every two years. This plan, which will align new and existing resources to prevent, treat, and end the stigma associated with these conditions, would be the first state in the nation to address both HIV and HCV simultaneously. Many don’t finish college at all because of the cost our education system puts in front of them. est. California held elections for the following positions in 2018: As of July 2016, California had a population of approximately 39,000,000 people, with its three largest cities being Los Angeles (pop. .votebox-covid-disclaimer { display: inline; font-size: 20px; If you are aware of advertisements that should be included, please email us. Gavin will fight for environmental justice and will always listen to impacted communities when making decisions. He will also set a goal of zero diesel pollution by 2030. For California students to succeed, Gavin understands we must keep quality teachers in the classroom. Third, we can reform the Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA). Progressives (Fremont, Union City, Newark), Our Revolution Humboldt (Courageous Resistance of Humboldt), Our Revolution Mountain View (NorCal4OurRevolution), Our Revolution North Bay (Petaluma-Sonoma), Our Revolution Richmond (Richmond Progressive Alliance), Our Revolution San Francisco (SF Berniecrats), Our Revolution San Jose (Democratic Socialists of America chapter), Our Revolution Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz for Bernie), Our Revolution Silicon Valley (Democratic Socialists of America chapter), Our Revolution UC Berkeley (Progressive Student Association for Bernie), East Bay Democratic Socialists of America, San Francisco Democratic Socialists of America, San Francisco Peninsula Democratic Socialists of America, Los Angeles Democratic Socialists of America, San Diego Democratic Socialists of America, Silicon Valley Democratic Socialists of America, Pomona Valley Democratic Socialists of America, San Jose Democratic Socialists of America, Orange County Democratic Socialists of America, Southern District of California Community Coalition, Ventura County Activists for Bernie Sanders 2020 #OurRevolution, UE United Electrical, Radio, and Machine Workers of America Western Region, This page was last edited on 15 July 2020, at 15:54. display: inline-block; Light blue represents counties with Democratic vote pluralities. The California Promise will help more students to become college-ready and bolster efforts to support our students, because enrolling is only half the challenge: graduating is the key. Nearly half of renters spend a huge proportion of their income — more than 35% — on housing costs and still often live in unsafe and unsanitary conditions. The answer is to streamline the approval process for building housing and remove the artificial barriers put in place by the lobbyists and politicians. Ballot access for parties | It’s ironic and bizarre that the San Joaquin Valley grows the food for the nation but poor communities there do not have an adequate supply of their own. POLITICO's coverage of the 2018 midterm races for Senate, House, Governors & Key Ballot Measures. let scrollHeight = jQuery('.results_table_container').get(index).scrollHeight; California is the fifth largest economy in the world, and continues to show the world that an economy can thrive when it protects workers’ rights, environmental protections, civil rights, and vulnerable communities. We’ve been “managing” this problem for too long; it’s time to solve it. Gavin believes that the #MeToo movement is an important cultural moment, and he applauds the courage of women who have come forward to share their stories. background-color: #f9d334; The number of gubernatorial seats up for election varies, with as many as 36 seats and as few as 12 seats being up in a single even-numbered year. Housing instability can cause genuine mental and physical adversity, and lead to insufferable decisions: no one should have to choose between paying rent or buying groceries. } We must revamp our tax system to financially reward cities that produce housing and punish those that fail. The 2018 California lieutenant gubernatorial election was held on November 6, 2018, to elect the Lieutenant Governor of California. Newsom's victory preserved California's Democratic trifecta. I appreciate you", "I am proud to be endorsed by @SenatorPatBates My campaign to make California #UniteandShineGolden is picking up momentum and headed to the @CAGOP convention this weekend in San Diego! As Governor, he will expand family leave so that families have the flexibility they need to care for their children. Or what? margin-bottom: -2px !important; The link below is to the most recent stories in a Google news search for the terms California governor election 2018. As Mayor, Gavin shut down the old, dirty Hunter’s Point Power Plant and when they built a new state-of-the-art recycling facility, he required that first priority for jobs went to local residents. The candidate filing deadline was March 8, 2018 and the primary election was held on June 5, 2018. Gavin believes there is a significant opportunity for California to lead the way and assume a robust role in safeguarding consumer financial rights, especially in the face of an administration that is choosing corporate interests over the well-being of families. Get real-time 2018 California Governor election results & live maps by county. Arnold Schwarzenegger (R) was term-limited and unable to run for re-election. He will ensure his administration is well positioned to react quickly and decisively in the face of natural and man-made disasters - with careful preparation, sufficient funding, and strong inter-governmental partnerships, Gavin will work to protect and defend all Californians from these threats. Huge sums of federal money flow through Sacramento but not enough of it makes its way to the communities that need help most. width: 100%; .race_header.libertarian { Expand the Earned Income Tax Credit: Finally, we need to expand our statewide Earned Income Tax Credit for low-income earners and for those out of work – a program that rewards work and allows families to keep more of their hard-earned money. background-color: #db0000; If Gavin Newsom gets his way, expect the same long lines at your doctor’s waiting room as at your local DMV office. This chart shows the results of the presidential election in California every year from 2000 to 2016. ", "State Sen. Cannella considers 2018 lieutenant governor's race", "Richmond's 'Bernie Sanders of the East Bay' to run for lieutenant governor", "Sierra Club California Endorses Jeff Bleich", "Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence Endorses Jeff Bleich for Lt. .race_header.democratic { display: inline-block; Despite our state’s environmental leadership, too many communities in California claim the unfortunate distinction of having some of the worst air quality in the nation. border: 1px solid #999; Immigrants are an integral part of California’s economy, culture, and workforce. We can’t build an innovation culture with global reach or reap the benefits of the information age without the capacity to send and receive vast amounts of information. 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Gavin believes in the promise of universal preschool, equipping all of California’s children with the tools to succeed when they start kindergarten. As Governor, Gavin will reassert California as an education data leader. That’s not a policy, it’s an admission of defeat. Launch the California Emergency Council to Protect Californians from Natural and Man-Made Disasters. In fostering stability, we help these Californians reduce future interactions with the criminal justice system, reduce rates of recidivism, and end the cycle of homelessness. California is home to innovators – individuals and companies who are spurring our state’s growth, and attracting more residents to the Golden State.