New poll shows Steyer edging Hilton in CA governor's race as battle for 2nd tightens

A new Emerson College poll shows Democrat Tom Steyer narrowly leading Republican Steve Hilton for second place in the California gubernatorial race. Both candidates are trailing frontrunner Xavier Becerra ahead of the upcoming primary election.
Why it matters
The race for second place is crucial in California's 'top-two' primary system, as it determines who will face the frontrunner in the general election.
SAN FRANCISCO -- A new poll released Saturday suggests California s race for governor remains highly competitive, with Democrat Tom Steyer narrowly moving ahead of Republican Steve Hilton in the battle for second place.
The article provides a balanced summary of polling data from multiple sources without favoring a specific candidate.
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