With Governor Gavin Newsom set to leave office amidst California's ongoing crises, seven Democratic candidates are vying for his position. At a recent legislative conference of major unions, candidates, including Toni Atkins and Eleni Kounalakis, showcased their support for union priorities, such as unemployment benefits for striking workers and more funding for construction projects. While most candidates aligned with union positions, former Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa expressed caution regarding unemployment benefits due to the state's budget deficits, indirectly signaling criticisms of Newsom's policies.
Candidates endorsed union labor for construction, addressing unionsâ concerns on striking workersâ benefits, while some, like Villaraigosa, hesitated due to budget limits.
Gavin Newsom's term remains fraught with social and fiscal crises, sparking interest in a tough gubernatorial race among prominent California Democratic politicians.
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