Episode
Mark Z. Barabak | Newsmakers with JR
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- TV Santa Barbara
- Published
- May 14, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 2413
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Summary
L.A. Times political columnist Mark Z. Barabak returns for a deep dive on the California governor’s race, breaking down the strengths and weaknesses of the front-runners – and offering some on-the-ground intel on the disconnect between what Actual Voters and the pundit class are focused on, 19 days before June 2 primary. Plus: insights about the national war over redistricting, Gavin Newsom’s nascent presidential campaign and Kamala Harris – WTAF.