Overview
- The progressive group, which announced the endorsement Monday, said the choice rests on policy alignment and the best chance to win.
- California’s June 2 top-two primary sends the two highest vote-getters to November regardless of party, and polls show Republicans Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco in strong position.
- Our Revolution said Steyer uses his wealth to fight corporate power and backs single-payer health care and a wealth tax, while critics called the pick hypocritical.
- Steyer has poured about $120 million into advertising and has shifted left since 2019 by embracing single-payer and higher taxes on extreme wealth.
- After Eric Swalwell left the race over misconduct allegations, Steyer gained in polls and added endorsements from the California Teachers Association, Courage California, and several state lawmakers.