# California's 3rd Congressional District Race Pits Longtime Politician Against Progressive Newcomer

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Podcast: [KQED's The California Report](https://stenobird.com/podcast/kqed-s-the-california-report-45411)
Published: 2026-05-28T14:09:00+00:00
Episode link: https://next.kqed.org/news/12085346
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## Resource

This week, we’ve been looking at the rise of "generational change candidates" in Democratic primaries. That's a politician who has positioned themselves as a fresh, modern alternative to long-term incumbents. Think passing the torch to Millennials or Gen Zers who are more focused on climate and health care for all. Well, Prop 50, the ballot measure voters passed in November. has opened up an opportunity for one of those change candidates to emerge in the race for Congressional District 3, which stretches from Sacramento to Lake Tahoe. Reporter: Laura Fitzgerald, CapRadio A new poll shows Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton are leading the still very crowded field for California Governor. Reporter: Marisa Lagos, KQED Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a bill providing some additional protections for California election workers and voters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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