2018 California elections

2018 California elections
Hendrik M. Stoops Lugo · Public domain · source
Election name	2018 California elections
Country	United States
State	California
Type	General
Previous election	2016 California elections
Next election	2020 California elections

2018 California elections were held on November 6, 2018, with primary elections taking place on June 5, 2018. The elections were part of the 2018 United States elections and included elections for Governor of California, California State Legislature, and United States House of Representatives. Candidates from the Democratic Party, Republican Party, Libertarian Party, and other parties participated in the elections, including Gavin Newsom, John Cox, Dianne Feinstein, and Kevin de León. The elections were overseen by the California Secretary of State, Alex Padilla.

● Introduction

The 2018 California elections were significant, with many high-profile candidates and issues on the ballot, including the gubernatorial election and the Senate election. The elections were also notable for the large number of top-two primary candidates who advanced to the general election, including Josh Harder, Jeff Denham, and Katie Hill. The elections were covered extensively by media outlets, including the Los Angeles Times, The New York Times, and CNN. The California Democratic Party and the California Republican Party played important roles in the elections, with many candidates receiving endorsements from these parties, including Antonio Villaraigosa, Travis Allen, and Mimi Walters.

● Primary_Elections

The primary elections were held on June 5, 2018, with candidates from various parties participating, including the Democratic Party, Republican Party, and Green Party. The primary elections were significant, with many candidates competing for spots on the general election ballot, including Gil Cisneros, Young Kim, and Harley Rouda. The California Secretary of State, Alex Padilla, oversaw the primary elections, which included elections for United States House of Representatives and California State Legislature. The primary elections were also notable for the use of voter registration and vote-by-mail systems, which were implemented by the California Secretary of State and the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk.

● Gubernatorial_Election

The gubernatorial election was one of the most high-profile elections in the state, with candidates including Gavin Newsom, John Cox, Antonio Villaraigosa, and Travis Allen. The election was significant, with the winner succeeding Jerry Brown as Governor of California. The election was also notable for the large amount of campaign finance spending, with many candidates receiving donations from Planned Parenthood, National Rifle Association, and other organizations. The California Teachers Association and the California Chamber of Commerce also played important roles in the election, with many candidates receiving endorsements from these organizations, including Delaine Eastin and Amanda Renteria.

● Congressional_Elections

The congressional elections were also significant, with many competitive races, including the elections in California's 10th congressional district, California's 25th congressional district, and California's 39th congressional district. Candidates from the Democratic Party and the Republican Party participated in the elections, including Josh Harder, Jeff Denham, and Katie Hill. The elections were notable for the large number of Democratic Party candidates who won seats, including Mike Levin, Katie Porter, and Harley Rouda. The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee and the National Republican Congressional Committee played important roles in the elections, with many candidates receiving support from these organizations, including Gil Cisneros and Young Kim.

● State_Legislative_Elections

The California State Legislature elections were also held in 2018, with candidates from various parties participating, including the Democratic Party and the Republican Party. The elections were significant, with many competitive races, including the elections in the California State Assembly and the California State Senate. Candidates including Anthony Rendon, Kevin Mullin, and Catharine Baker participated in the elections, which were overseen by the California Secretary of State, Alex Padilla. The California Legislative Analyst's Office and the California Budget and Policy Center also played important roles in the elections, with many candidates receiving endorsements from these organizations, including Rob Bonta and Sabrina Cervantes.

● Local_Elections

The local elections in California were also significant, with many cities and counties holding elections for mayor, city council, and other offices. Candidates from various parties participated in the elections, including the Democratic Party and the Republican Party. The elections were notable for the large number of voter registration and get-out-the-vote efforts, which were implemented by organizations such as the League of Women Voters and the National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials. The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors and the San Francisco Board of Supervisors also played important roles in the elections, with many candidates receiving endorsements from these organizations, including Eric Garcetti and London Breed.

● Ballot_Measures

The ballot measures in the 2018 California elections were also significant, with many propositions on the ballot, including Proposition 1 and Proposition 2. The propositions were notable for the large amount of campaign finance spending, with many organizations supporting or opposing the measures, including the California Teachers Association and the California Chamber of Commerce. The California Secretary of State, Alex Padilla, oversaw the ballot measures, which were voted on by the people of California. The California Legislative Analyst's Office and the California Budget and Policy Center also played important roles in the ballot measures, with many organizations receiving endorsements from these organizations, including the American Civil Liberties Union and the California Nurses Association. Category:2018 elections in the United States