Gavin Newsom’s victory suggests a message focused on Covid-19 safety and Donald Trump can keep Democrats energized, but Republicans have some advantages heading into midterm elections
overwhelming victory in Tuesday’s recall election
could provide a model for other Democrats to solidify their footing ahead of midterm elections next year and the Virginia governor contest this year that present challenges for the party, including sinking job approval ratings for President Biden and a Covid-19 pandemic that has gained new strength. While recall elections are unusual and California is heavily Democratic, analysts in both parties said Wednesday that Mr. Newsom’s lopsided win contains lessons for 2022 candidates. With two-thirds of precincts reporting Wednesday morning, some 64% of those who voted had opted to retain Mr. Newsom as governor, with 36% voting to oust him, an Associated Press tally showed.
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