Why California Governor Race Is a Trap for Both Parties ( Trump Endorses Hilton )
Breaking down Steve Hilton's Trump endorsement, why two Republicans advancing is never going to happen, and how Democrats may be using that
Breaking down Steve Hilton's Trump endorsement, why two Republicans advancing is never going to happen, and how Democrats may be using that fake threat to dismantle nonpartisan primaries altogether. Plus: the Swalwell rumors making waves before June 2nd, a Green Party candidate kicked off the ballot over tax returns, and where the massive undecided independent voter bloc actually lands.Episode HighlightsOn this episode of the Independent Voter Podcast, Chad Peace, Cara Brown McCormick, Ethan Handelman, and Shawn Griffiths break down the California governor's race, looking at the latest election polling and Donald Trump’s endorsement of Steve Hilton.A new poll from David Binder Research shows Hilton leading with 22%, while Democrat Eric Swalwell faces mounting controversy over viral rumors spreading across social media.
We challenge the mainstream narrative and doomsday spin by Democratic leaders that the June nonpartisan Top Two primary could advance two Republicans to November. While the candidate numbers fluctuate, a quarter of the electorate remains undecided.
Original reporting: ivn.us.
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