Butler, a Democratic insider and former labor leader, had never held public office before joining the Senate.
Under California election rules, the two candidates who receive the most votes advance to the November general election, regardless of party.
But to Democratic consultant Garry South, who has run six statewide campaigns in California, including for former Gov.
Then, on the campaign side, Butler could talk about Democratic legislative wins and building on Feinstein’s legacy.
National Democratic fundraising could pose a challenge in 2024, since the California Senate seat is expected to stay in Democratic hands when control of the chamber will be decided elsewhere.
Persons:
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Locations:
U.S, California, Washington, Laguna Niguel, Los Angeles