Beyond the Governor’s Race

CAPITOL WEEKLY PODCAST: The race to replace Governor Gavin Newsom has taken up most of California’s political oxygen so far this year, but there are other statewide races coming up, including Lt. Governor, State Insurance Commissioner, and – potentially – a slew of Ballot Measures. Capitol Weekly Editor Rich Ehisen, reporter Leah O’Tarrow and podcast co-host Tim Foster take a look at the 2026 ballot. Plus – Who Had the Worst Week in California Politics.

1:42 Gubertorial debate

3:23 Not talking about the Governor’s race

5:46 Top Two: Republicans for Governor?

10:01 Lt. Gov’s race

12:32 Tim Myers

17:25 The Insurance Commissioner’s race

24:20 Ballot Measures

28:21 Polling – the Herding Effect

30:16 Auto accident liability payouts

32:27 Child safety – AI and smartphones

34:43 Liability for rideshare companies

40:30 Gratuitous Alex Vassar mention

44:43 #WWCA