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December 21, 2023: Will California’s Senate primary knock out two major Dems?
Dec 21, 2023
Adam Schiff, Katie Porter, Barbara Lee, and Steve Garvey discuss the California Senate primary race. Schiff is leading, but Porter and Lee are in a dead heat with Garvey. The guests analyze the progressive stances of the candidates and the pressures they face. The discussion also explores key constituencies and the potential impact of Trump voters in the race.
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- The California Senate race is shaping up to be highly contested, with Congressman Adam Schiff in the lead and Congresswoman Barbara Lee, Congresswoman Katie Porter, and Republican Steve Garvey closely competing for the second-place spot.
- The dynamics of the race for second place in the California Senate race will influence the type of race Congressman Adam Schiff will face in the fall, with potential variations depending on whether he goes up against a Republican or another Democrat.
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