Democratic gubernatorial candidate Xavier Becerra is delivering a closing message focused on experience, competence, and stability with one week remaining before California’s primary election. He credits recent momentum to building support at the right time and says people are paying attention. Polling indicates a competitive three-way race, with Becerra at roughly 19% to 22% among likely voters, tied with Republican businessman Steve Hilton, while Democrat Tom Steyer remains close. Becerra describes his coalition as voters frustrated by rising costs of living who want tested leadership. He argues that competence and experience provide predictability and the ability to deliver results, especially amid attacks from Washington, D.C.
"“It's all about building at the right time. And we think we're building at the right time. People are paying attention,” Becerra told ABC7."
"“I think the coalition is built off of people who really want to make a difference, who are tired of just seeing the cost of living grow,” Becerra said. “They want someone who knows how to fight, someone who's been there, has the experience and can win.”"
"“You know, competence is cool,” Becerra said. “Having experience is hot.”"
"“I think people want to have some predictability,” he added. “They want to know that you could actually deliver the goods. And this is not a time, especially with the attacks from Washington, D.C., to have someone who needs t"
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