Elias: Democrats who can't win the California governor's race should quit
California Democrats hold a registration advantage, but a splintered Democratic primary under the top-two system could let two Republicans advance to the gubernatorial runoff.
Walters: State's odd election year starts with Republicans possibly leading governor's race
California's crowded Democratic gubernatorial field and top-two primary create a remote mathematical path for a Republican to reach the November general election.
Will a crowded Democratic field in California governor's race provide a rare opening for the GOP?
A crowded Democratic field in California risks splitting votes so two Republicans could advance from the primary, leaving no Democrat on the November ballot.
Katie Porter and Eric Swalwell Bow Out of First Gubernatorial Debate In SF
Seven candidates will debate tonight in San Francisco; two notable candidates are absent, and crowded Democratic field risks splitting votes so two Republicans could advance.
Why Matt Mahan's late entry reshapes California's governor's race
San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan's entry complicates the crowded California governor's race, pressuring Democrats to consolidate or risk Republicans advancing under the top-two primary.
Mathews: California governor's race needs write-in option to block Trumpian win
Allow write-in candidates for November runoffs to prevent vote-splitting under the top-two system and protect California from Trump-aligned contenders.
