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4 gubernatorial candidates cry foul over ‘rigged’ debate, urging competitors to boycott

Four gubernatorial candidates claim the debate-selection formula is unfair and urge a boycott; the ranking excluded several high-profile candidates based on polling and fundraising scores.

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After an upcoming California gubernatorial debate opted to host six candidates, the remaining candidates slammed the decision Friday, saying the “rigged” formula is robbing them of an opportunity to address Californians.  Organizers behind the debate said they used “an independent and objective” formula to decide which candidates are most viable. According to the results, Democratic candidate Tom Steyer was in...

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NBC LA broke the news in Los Angeles, United States on Friday, March 20, 2026.
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