# Mark Z. Barabak | Newsmakers with JR

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Podcast: [TV Santa Barbara](https://stenobird.com/podcast/tv-santa-barbara-6830440)
Published: 2026-05-14T21:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://tv-santa-barbara.captivate.fm
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## Resource

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.

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