Crowded Race for California Governor Raises Democratic Concerns

The upcoming race for California governor has Democrats increasingly worried that an overcrowded primary field could backfire and pave the way for two Republican candidates to advance to the general election. With several prominent Democratic figures tossing their hats into the ring, party leaders fear the vote could become too fractured, allowing the top two vote-getters - potentially both from the GOP - to secure spots on the November ballot.

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