At a Wednesday debate, candidates vying to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) struggled to stand out as deep policy discussion devolved into bickering, according to coverage of the event.
Former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra became a main focus for his rivals, who highlighted what they said was a recent surge in his support, the coverage said.
The crowded field pushed sharp exchanges over policy and electability as candidates sought to distinguish themselves in the run-up to the primary, the reports said.
Observers at the debate said the back-and-forth underscored the challenge for contenders trying to break through in a competitive race, according to reporting from the event.
Jon Ross Myers is the executive editor and publisher of the Mississippi News Network, Mississippi's largest digital only media company. He can be reached at editor@tippahnews.com
