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Related: Editorials & Other Articles, Issue Forums, Alliance Forums, Region ForumsLet the next California parlor game begin: Who would replace Harris?
Politico Secretary of State Alex Padilla: A longtime friend and early endorser of Newsom, widely liked in his party, Padilla, 47, may be a sure bet and the ultimate history-making choice. Californias Secretary of State has been a high-profile Democratic voice, and a regular on cable TV, on key issues including vote-by-mail and the importance of the U.S. Census.
Attorney General Xavier Becerra: Becerra, 62, has been the frontline of the State of Resistance opposition to Trumps administration, having filed more than five dozen lawsuits to challenge the president on everything from sanctuary cities to water rights. "DC savvy, son of Mexican immigrants ... ready on Day One, husband of a doctor and one of House leaders on the Affordable Care Act," and Los Angeles-based, Skelton said. But despite being Latino, being the top cop in California in a year when law enforcement abuses are in the spotlight could shave his chances.
Rep. Karen Bass: High on Bidens VP list, a longtime supporter and insider with Speaker Nancy Pelosi who would almost certainly weigh in Bass, 66, has already made history. The LA-area lawmaker was the first female African American Assembly speaker in California and the country.
Lt. Governor Eleni Tsakopoulos Kounalakis: Before becoming Californias first female lieutenant governor, Kounalakis, 54, was appointed by President Barack Obama to be ambassador to Hungary, the first Greek-American woman to hold such a diplomatic post. Kounalakis has deep experience in trade and immigration issues as former chair of the California International Trade and Investment Advisory Council and as a fellow at the State Department's Bureau of Intelligence and Research. The daughter of wealthy Sacramento-based developer Angelo Tsakopoulos, Kounalakis herself former president of the AKT Development firm has already expressed interest in moving up the political ladder and running for governor at the end of Newsoms potential two terms in 2026.
San Francisco Mayor London Breed: Mentored by Harris, Breed at 45 has already become one of Americas star female African American mayors. Shes got a riveting life story, growing up in San Franciscos public housing, and shes gotten kudos for tough handling of Covid-19 in her city, one of the first major cities to shut down. Representing a new generation of Democratic leaders, she's tough and ... she's definitely a pro-business Democrat right whos right in line with Gavin thinking," said San Francisco Democratic strategist Jim Stearns, who is currently advising state Senate candidate Jackie Fielder.
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Let the next California parlor game begin: Who would replace Harris? (Original Post)
brooklynite
Aug 2020
OP
oasis
(49,376 posts)1. I'm going with Xavier Becerra. Hillary's people were giving him a long
look as a possible running mate in her 2016 presidential campaign. As a congressional representative, he served one of the most cultural diverse communities in the state.
I've seen him in a number of interviews. He's a sharp Democrat and can easily get a grasp of any issue put in front of him.
obamanut2012
(26,068 posts)2. Katie Porter
She deserves it.
womanofthehills
(8,698 posts)5. I agree - Katie Porter
Lawrence had her on last night and asked her about it. She is super smart - just like Kamala. We need more Democratic women in the Senate.
msongs
(67,395 posts)6. deserves it? nt
Yavin4
(35,437 posts)11. Let's save Katie to replace Dianne Feinstein
Dianne really should retire.
superpatriotman
(6,247 posts)12. I can get behind this
Time for some new blood.
lamp_shade
(14,828 posts)3. Adam Schiff
BlueMTexpat
(15,366 posts)4. There are LOTS of
great California Dems!
Totally Tunsie
(10,885 posts)7. Katie Porter for Senator; Adam Schiff for AG.
Zorro
(15,740 posts)8. Kevin de Leon
diva77
(7,640 posts)9. Not Padilla. He has backed legislation that has brought us more non-transparent computerized
elections.
eissa
(4,238 posts)10. Becerra or Schiff
Although Id be content with anyone on that list.
whistler162
(11,155 posts)13. Arnold!!!!!!