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Feinstein still pondering Calif. gubernatorial bid
Polls indicate she would be a heavy favorite if she chooses to run. Feinstein told The Associated Press in a brief interview that she is grateful for that support, but it will not be a significant factor in her decision. "What does affect it is watching to see what precise programs are put ...
Feinstein Still Considering Run for Governor
politicalwire.com — Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) said "she will base a decision on whether to run for California governor... next year largely on the solutions the announced candidates put forward to deal with the state's fiscal problems," the AP reports. "Republicans ... (more) Feinstein Still Considering Run for Governor
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Feinstein Still Considering Run for Governor
Taegan Goddard's Political Wire — Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) said "she will base a decision on whether to run for California governor next year largely on the solutions the announced candidates put forward to deal with the state's fiscal problems," the AP reports. "Republicans have three candidates running for governor: Insurance Commissioner Steve Poizner, former eBay chief executive Meg Whitman and former congressman Tom Campbell." "Democrats have no announced candidate so far, though Attorney General Jerry Brown has formed an exploratory committee. San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom withdrew from the race."

Feinstein Still Considering Run for Governor
The Hollywood Liberal — Feinstein Still Considering Run for Governor Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) said “she will base a decision on whether to run for California governor next year largely on the solutions the announced candidates put forward to deal with the state’s fiscal problems,” the AP reports. Republicans have three candidates running for governor: Steve Poizner (R), Meg Whitman (R) and Tom Campbell (R). Democrats have no announced candidate so far, though Attorney General Jerry Brown (D) has formed an exploratory committee. [image] Strategic Vision Vanishes Nate Silver notes polling firm Strategic Vision has been very quiet since the controversy broke about ...

Whitman and Jerry Brown tied in CA
GOP 12 — California gubernatorial candidate, Meg Whitman , has closed a 9% deficit with Democrat Jerry Brown in a preview of what could be a general election match-up. Rasmussen Reports polls Brown against potential GOP opposition. 1. Jerry Brown 41%, Meg Whitman 41% 2. Jerry Brown 43%, Steve Poizner 32% 3. Jerry Brown 42%, Tom Campbell 33% Notes : The number of respondents who have a strong opinion of each candidate is low, indicating the race hasn't taken shape by any means. Also, Jerry Brown has yet to declare for governor. He's set up an exploratory committee, and so far, his only challenger -- Gavin Newsom -- has dropped out. Third, Brown's tepid support might give Sen. Dianne ...

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