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Antisemitism emerges as a defining issue in California gubernatorial race

February 28, 2026

Antisemitism has emerged as a central issue in the 2026 California gubernatorial race, overshadowing traditional topics like housing and wildfires. This was highlighted during a candidate forum at the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles, where five prominent candidates discussed their positions on the matter.

Antisemitism emerges as a defining issue in California gubernatorial race

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Five candidates participated in the forum: Eric Swalwell, Antonio Villaraigosa, Steve Hilton, Matt Mahan, and Tom Steyer.
Antisemitism is becoming a defining issue in the race, contrasting with usual concerns like housing costs and wildfires.
The forum took place at the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles.

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Antisemitism emerges as a defining issue in California gubernatorial race

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