The California gubernatorial primary is fiercely contested, with climate change as a key issue. Democratic candidates differ sharply on clean energy and fossil fuel ties.
- Tom Steyer leads on climate, advocating for clean energy and rejecting oil money. - Xavier Becerra accepts oil donations but cites his record of suing polluters.
- Katie Porter ranks high with environmental groups for her clean energy stance. - Antonio Villaraigosa supports an 'all-of-the-above' energy approach and has received over $100,000 from oil companies.
The race reflects deep divisions within the Democratic party on balancing climate action with economic concerns.