California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) shared that there was a “break the glass scenario” in order to ensure that Democrats running for governor in the state move forward in the race.
During a press conference on Thursday regarding the state’s budget, Newsom suggested that there may be a “contingency plan” in order to prevent Democrat candidates running to replace him as governor from being “locked out of the primary,” Politico reported.
Per the outlet, “the top-two vote getters regardless of party go on to the general election.”
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“You’ve spoken about accountability. Do you think Democrats will hold you accountable for standing by this principled neutrality by withholding your endorsement in this non-possible scenario where two Republicans take the ticket?” a reporter asked.
“My focus has been making sure that doesn’t happen,” Newsom responded. “I’ve exercised, not just a focus, but I’ve exercised through some action efforts to encourage that doesn’t
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