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| California gubernatorial election, 2006 | ||||
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| Nominee | Arnold Schwarzenegger | Phil Angelides | ||
| Party | Republican | Democratic | ||
| Popular vote | 4,850,157 | 3,376,732 | ||
| Percentage | 55. The 2003 California recall election was a special Election permitted under California law The 2010 California gubernatorial election will be held on November 2 2010, with the primary election on June 8, and will include Events 1492 - The Ensisheim Meteorite the oldest Meteorite with a known date of impact strikes the Earth around noon in a Wheat Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. Arnold Alois Schwarzenegger ( German ˌaɐnɔlt aloʏs ˈʃvaɐtsənɛɡɐ born July 30 1947 is an Austrian American Bodybuilder, Actor Philip Nicholas "Phil" Angelides (ˌændʒɨˈliːdɨs (born June 11, 1953 in Sacramento California) is a California Politician The Democratic Party is one of two major Political parties in the United States, the other being the Republican Party. 9% | 39. 0% | ||
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Events 1492 - The Ensisheim Meteorite the oldest Meteorite with a known date of impact strikes the Earth around noon in a Wheat Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. The primary elections took place on June 6, 2006. A primary election ( nominating primary) also referred to simply as a primary, is an election in which voters in a Jurisdiction select candidates Events 1508 - Maximilian I Holy Roman Emperor, is defeated in Friulia by Venetian forces; he is forced to sign a three-year Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. The incumbent Republican Governor, Arnold Schwarzenegger, won reelection for his first full term. The California Republican Party is the California affiliate of the national Republican Party. The Governor of California is the highest executive authority in the state government whose responsibilities include making annual "State of the State" addresses Arnold Alois Schwarzenegger ( German ˌaɐnɔlt aloʏs ˈʃvaɐtsənɛɡɐ born July 30 1947 is an Austrian American Bodybuilder, Actor His main opponent was California State Treasurer Phil Angelides, the California Democratic Party nominee. The California State Treasurer is responsible for the state's Investment and Finance. Philip Nicholas "Phil" Angelides (ˌændʒɨˈliːdɨs (born June 11, 1953 in Sacramento California) is a California Politician The California Democratic Party is the local branch of the Democratic Party in the state of California. Peter Camejo was the California Green Party nominee, Janice Jordan was the Peace and Freedom Party nominee, Art Olivier was the California Libertarian Party nominee, and Edward C. Noonan was the California American Independent Party nominee. Peter Miguel Camejo ( December 31, 1939, New York City – September 13, 2008, Folsom California) was an American One of the Political parties in the United States, and similar in mission to many of the worldwide Green Parties, the Greens have been active as a third party Janice Jordan is a Californian activist who was a candidate for United States Vice President in the 2004 election as the candidate of the Peace and Freedom Party The Peace and Freedom Party ( PFP) is a ballot-listed minor Political party in California. Arthur C “Art” Olivier, former mayor of Bellflower California, was the Libertarian candidate for Vice President in the United States presidential The Libertarian Party is a United States political party founded on December 11 1971 Edward C "Ed" Noonan (born Edward Clifford Davis September 25, 1948 in Prescott Arizona) was the chairman of the American Independent Party The American Independent Party is a California Political party.
Under the California Constitution, the Governor serves a four-year term, with a maximum limit of two consecutive terms. The Constitution of the State of California is the document that establishes and describes the duties powers structure and function of the Government of the U The Governor of California is the highest executive authority in the state government whose responsibilities include making annual "State of the State" addresses See also Rotation in office A term limit is a legal restriction that limits the number of terms a person may serve in a particular elected office Arnold Schwarzenegger was elected during the 2003 California recall and served out the remainder of Gray Davis's term; he is eligible to serve until 2011. Arnold Alois Schwarzenegger ( German ˌaɐnɔlt aloʏs ˈʃvaɐtsənɛɡɐ born July 30 1947 is an Austrian American Bodybuilder, Actor The 2003 California recall election was a special Election permitted under California law Joseph Graham Davis Jr (born December 26 1942 better known as Gray Davis, is an American politician who served as California 's 37th Governor [1]
Schwarzenegger's decision to call the 2005 special election, as well as his propositions dealing with teachers' and nurses' unions and other political missteps, brought his approval rating down to 39% April 2006 [2], though he ended up solidly defeating his opponents. The California special election of 2005 was held on November 8, 2005 after being called by Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger on June 13 In Education, a teacher is one who helps Students or pupils often in a School, as well as in a Family, religious or A nurse is responsible—along with other Health care Professionals —for the treatment safety and recovery of acutely or chronically A trade union or labour union is an organization of workers who have banded together to achieve common goals in key areas such as wages hours and working conditions forming During his first two years, he has come under fire from some conservatives for supporting several taxes on Californians and from some liberals for refusing to sign a bill allowing gay marriage and his support for several controversial propositions in 2005. Liberalism in the United States is a broad political and philosophical mindset favoring individual Liberty, and opposing restrictions on liberty whether they come from Same-sex marriage, also referred to as gay marriage, is a Marriage between two persons of the same sex Year 2005 ( MMV) was a Common year starting on Saturday (link displays full calendar of the Gregorian calendar. Later, Schwarzenegger's aggressive push for environment-friendly legislation, his support for stem cell research, gay rights, and opposition to sending the National Guard to the border, made him very popular among the voters, securing his reelection by a wide margin. The California Army National Guard is a component of the California National Guard, the United States Army and the United States National Guard
Governor Schwarzenegger faced token opposition in the primary and won the Republican nomination. The two front-runners for the Democratic nomination were Angelides and California State Controller Steve Westly (see below). The State Controller is the Chief Financial Officer of the State of California in the United States. Steven Paul Westly (born August 27, 1957, in Arcadia California) is an American Businessman and Politician. Before the election, Angelides reported a significant increase in support after the California Democrat Party endorsed him prior to the primary [3], and gained support from unions and the core liberal constituency, which were factors that led him to victory in the primary, defeating Westly 48% to 44%. The turnout for the primary, however, was a record low 33. 6% [4], far below the 38% predicted by the Secretary of State [5], with the turnout of valid ballots cast on election day at 28%.
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Candidates
General Election
- Phil Angelides (Democratic) - California State Treasurer, Ex-State Democratic Chair & Developer
- Peter Camejo (Green) - 2002/2003 Green Party gubernatorial candidate, 2004 independent vice presidential candidate (Ralph Nader's running mate)
- Janice Jordan (Peace and Freedom) - 2004 Peace and Freedom Party vice presidential candidate (Leonard Peltier's running mate)
- Edward Noonan (American Independent) - Computer Shop Owner
- Art Olivier (Libertarian) - former mayor of Bellflower, 2000 Libertarian Party vice presidential candidate (Harry Browne's running mate)
- Arnold Schwarzenegger (Republican) - Incumbent Governor of California, Actor, Businessman
Write-in
California requires write-in candidates to file a statement of intent with the Secretary of State. Philip Nicholas "Phil" Angelides (ˌændʒɨˈliːdɨs (born June 11, 1953 in Sacramento California) is a California Politician The Democratic Party is one of two major Political parties in the United States, the other being the Republican Party. The California State Treasurer is responsible for the state's Investment and Finance. Peter Miguel Camejo ( December 31, 1939, New York City – September 13, 2008, Folsom California) was an American One of the Political parties in the United States, and similar in mission to many of the worldwide Green Parties, the Greens have been active as a third party Ralph Nader (born February 27 1934 is an American Attorney, Author, Lecturer, political activist, and independent candidate for President Janice Jordan is a Californian activist who was a candidate for United States Vice President in the 2004 election as the candidate of the Peace and Freedom Party The Peace and Freedom Party ( PFP) is a ballot-listed minor Political party in California. Leonard Peltier (born September 12, 1944) is a Native American activist and member of the American Indian Movement The American Independent Party is a California Political party. Arthur C “Art” Olivier, former mayor of Bellflower California, was the Libertarian candidate for Vice President in the United States presidential The Libertarian Party is a United States political party founded on December 11 1971 Bellflower is a city in Los Angeles County, California, United States, and is a suburb of Los Angeles. Harry Browne ( 17 June 1933 – 1 March 2006) was an American libertarian Writer, Politician, Arnold Alois Schwarzenegger ( German ˌaɐnɔlt aloʏs ˈʃvaɐtsənɛɡɐ born July 30 1947 is an Austrian American Bodybuilder, Actor The Governor of California is the highest executive authority in the state government whose responsibilities include making annual "State of the State" addresses A write-in candidate is a candidate in an Election whose name does not appear on the Ballot, but for whom voters may Vote nonetheless by writing in the The Secretary of State of California is the chief elections officer of that U These are the candidates who filed statements of intent[6]:
- Donald "Dr. Don" Etkes (Independent) - Sex therapist
- Vibert Greene (Independent) - Mechanical engineer
- James Harris (Independent) - Communist political organizer
- Robert C. James Harris (born 1948 is an African American Communist politician Newman II (Republican) - Psychologist
- Elisha Shapiro (Independent) - Nihilist
- DeAlphria Christina Tarver (Independent)
Primary Election
Democrats
- Phil Angelides - California State Treasurer, Ex-State Democratic Chair & Developer
- Barbara Becnel - Executive Director, Neighborhood House of North Richmond and Founder, Save Stanley Tookie Williams campaign
- Joe Brouilette - High School Teacher
- Edie Bukewihge - Homemaker, Publisher & Frequent Candidate
- Jerald Gerst - Physician
- Vibert Greene - Engineer
- Frank Macaluso - Medical Doctor
- Michael Strimling - Attorney
- Steve Westly - California State Controller & Ex-Internet Executive
Republicans
- Jeffrey Burns - General Contractor
- Bill Chambers - Railroad Switchman
- Robert C. Elisha Shapiro is an American nihilist known for his creation of public spectacles promoting a philosophical rejection of objective Philip Nicholas "Phil" Angelides (ˌændʒɨˈliːdɨs (born June 11, 1953 in Sacramento California) is a California Politician The California State Treasurer is responsible for the state's Investment and Finance. Barbara Cottman Becnel (b May 30, 1950) is an author journalist and film producer Stanley Tookie Williams III ( December 29, 1953 &ndash Steven Paul Westly (born August 27, 1957, in Arcadia California) is an American Businessman and Politician. The State Controller is the Chief Financial Officer of the State of California in the United States. Newman II - Psychologist & Farmer
- Arnold Schwarzenegger - Actor, Businessman and Incumbent Governor of California
Libertarian
- Art Olivier (Libertarian) - former mayor of Bellflower, 2000 Libertarian Party vice presidential candidate (Harry Browne's running mate)
Green
- Peter Camejo (Green) - 2002/2003 Green Party gubernatorial candidate, 2004 independent vice presidential candidate (Ralph Nader's running mate)
- George Fellows (Independent) - California State Budget Analyst
Peace & Freedom
- Janice Jordan (Peace and Freedom) - 2004 Peace and Freedom Party vice presidential candidate (Leonard Peltier's running mate)
American Independent
- Edward C. Noonan (American Independent) - Computer Shop Owner
Primary Election
Republican Schwarzenegger faced token opposition and won overwhelmingly in the Primary held on June 6, 2006. Arnold Alois Schwarzenegger ( German ˌaɐnɔlt aloʏs ˈʃvaɐtsənɛɡɐ born July 30 1947 is an Austrian American Bodybuilder, Actor The Governor of California is the highest executive authority in the state government whose responsibilities include making annual "State of the State" addresses Arthur C “Art” Olivier, former mayor of Bellflower California, was the Libertarian candidate for Vice President in the United States presidential The Libertarian Party is a United States political party founded on December 11 1971 Bellflower is a city in Los Angeles County, California, United States, and is a suburb of Los Angeles. Harry Browne ( 17 June 1933 – 1 March 2006) was an American libertarian Writer, Politician, Peter Miguel Camejo ( December 31, 1939, New York City – September 13, 2008, Folsom California) was an American One of the Political parties in the United States, and similar in mission to many of the worldwide Green Parties, the Greens have been active as a third party Ralph Nader (born February 27 1934 is an American Attorney, Author, Lecturer, political activist, and independent candidate for President Janice Jordan is a Californian activist who was a candidate for United States Vice President in the 2004 election as the candidate of the Peace and Freedom Party The Peace and Freedom Party ( PFP) is a ballot-listed minor Political party in California. Leonard Peltier (born September 12, 1944) is a Native American activist and member of the American Indian Movement Edward C "Ed" Noonan (born Edward Clifford Davis September 25, 1948 in Prescott Arizona) was the chairman of the American Independent Party The American Independent Party is a California Political party. Events 1508 - Maximilian I Holy Roman Emperor, is defeated in Friulia by Venetian forces; he is forced to sign a three-year Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar.
A pre-election poll had Westly leading Angelides by six percentage points [7]. The Field Poll conducted on April 17, 2006 showed that both Democratic candidates had low recognition factors amongst the state's electorate, with only 45% having any opinion on Angelides and 40% for Westly. Of registered Democrats surveyed, 59% said they didn't know enough about Angelides to have any opinion about him, with 58% saying the same for Westly [8].
The Los Angeles Times reported that the race for the Democratic nomination was a virtual tie, with Angelides leading Westly by three percentage points (37%-34%), within the 3% margin of error. The Los Angeles Times (also known as the LA Times) is a daily Newspaper published in Los Angeles California and distributed Unusually, 28% of Democratic voters were undecided, and both candidates tried to earn the undecided vote.
Angelides reported a recent increase in support for his campaign and gained union support as well as support from the "core" liberal constituency. Liberalism in the United States is a broad political and philosophical mindset favoring individual Liberty, and opposing restrictions on liberty whether they come from Many registered Democrats, however, believed that Westly had a greater chance of winning against incumbent governor Schwarzenegger and felt that he had a slightly "more positive" image [9]. In the end, Angelides won 47. 9% of the vote to Westly's 43. 4% [10].
The period for candidate nominations closed on March 24, 2006 [11].
Primary Results
A bar graph of statewide results in this contest are available at http://primary2006.ss.ca.gov/Returns/gov/00.htm.
Results by county are available at http://primary2006.ss.ca.gov/Returns/gov/00.htm#cty.
Democratic Party
| Candidate | # of votes | % of votes |
|---|---|---|
| Phil Angelides | 1,202,851 | 48. Philip Nicholas "Phil" Angelides (ˌændʒɨˈliːdɨs (born June 11, 1953 in Sacramento California) is a California Politician 0 |
| Steve Westly | 1,081,940 | 43. Steven Paul Westly (born August 27, 1957, in Arcadia California) is an American Businessman and Politician. 2 |
| Barbara Becnel | 66,550 | 2. Barbara Cottman Becnel (b May 30, 1950) is an author journalist and film producer 7 |
| Joe Brouillette | 42,075 | 1. 7 |
| Michael Strimling | 35,121 | 1. 4 |
| Frank A. Macaluso, Jr. | 30,867 | 1. 2 |
| Vibert Greene | 25,475 | 1. 0 |
| Jerald Robert Gerst | 21,039 | 0. 8 |
Republican Party
| Candidate | # of votes | % of votes |
|---|---|---|
| Arnold Schwarzenegger | 1,724,281 | 90. Arnold Alois Schwarzenegger ( German ˌaɐnɔlt aloʏs ˈʃvaɐtsənɛɡɐ born July 30 1947 is an Austrian American Bodybuilder, Actor 0 |
| Robert C. Newman II | 68,660 | 3. 6 |
| Bill Chambers | 65,487 | 3. 4 |
| Jeffrey R. Burns | 57,652 | 3. 0 |
For other results, see above links.
General Election Results
Final results from the Secretary of State of California:[12]
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| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | ±% | |
| Republican | Arnold Schwarzenegger (incumbent) | 4,850,157 | 55. The Secretary of State of California is the chief elections officer of that U Arnold Alois Schwarzenegger ( German ˌaɐnɔlt aloʏs ˈʃvaɐtsənɛɡɐ born July 30 1947 is an Austrian American Bodybuilder, Actor 9 | +7. 3 | |
| Democratic | Phil Angelides | 3,376,732 | 39. The Democratic Party is one of two major Political parties in the United States, the other being the Republican Party. Philip Nicholas "Phil" Angelides (ˌændʒɨˈliːdɨs (born June 11, 1953 in Sacramento California) is a California Politician 0 | +7. 5 | |
| Green | Peter Camejo | 205,995 | 2. One of the Political parties in the United States, and similar in mission to many of the worldwide Green Parties, the Greens have been active as a third party Peter Miguel Camejo ( December 31, 1939, New York City – September 13, 2008, Folsom California) was an American 3 | -0. 5 | |
| Libertarian | Art Olivier | 114,329 | 1. The Libertarian Party is a United States political party founded on December 11 1971 Arthur C “Art” Olivier, former mayor of Bellflower California, was the Libertarian candidate for Vice President in the United States presidential 3 | +1. 3 | |
| Peace and Freedom | Janice Jordan | 69,934 | 0. The Peace and Freedom Party ( PFP) is a ballot-listed minor Political party in California. Janice Jordan is a Californian activist who was a candidate for United States Vice President in the 2004 election as the candidate of the Peace and Freedom Party 8 | +0. 8 | |
| American Independent | Edward C. Noonan | 61,901 | 0. The American Independent Party is a California Political party. Edward C "Ed" Noonan (born Edward Clifford Davis September 25, 1948 in Prescott Arizona) was the chairman of the American Independent Party 7 | +0. 7 | |
| Total votes | 8,679,048 | 100. 0% | |||
| Majority | 1,473,425 | 16. 9 | -0. 2 | ||
| Turnout | 8,899,059 | 39. Voter turnout is the percentage of eligible voters who cast a Ballot in an Election. 3 | -3. 8 | ||
| Republican hold | Swing | -0. Swing in a British political context is a single figure used as an indication of the scale of voter change between two political parties 2 | |||
Television networks and the Associated Press called the election for Schwarzenegger minutes after the polls closed, confirming Schwarzenegger's lead throughout the general election campaign. Results showed Schwarzenegger won 52 counties while Angelides won 6 (Schwarzenegger won an absolute majority in 48 counties and a plurality in 4 counties while Angelides won an absolute majority in 2 counties and a plurality in 4 counties). Schwarzenegger won large majorities in California's rural counties and in populous Southern California areas of Orange and San Diego counties. The results were closely contested in Los Angeles County and suburban counties in the Bay Area, but which trended towards Angelides. Angelides won substantially only in Alameda and San Francisco counties. [13]
By County
Results from the Secretary of State of California: [14]
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Opinion polls
General election
| Source | Date | Schwarzenegger (R) | Angelides (D) | Camejo (G) | Olivier (L) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Field Poll | November 1, 2006 | 49% | 33% | ||
| Zogby/WSJ | October 17, 2006 | 47% | 39. Events 996 - Emperor Otto III issues a deed to Gottschalk Bishop of Freising which is the oldest known document using the name Ostarrîchi Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. Events 539 BC - King Cyrus The Great of Persia marches into the city of Babylon, releasing the Jews from almost Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. 6% | ||
| Zogby/WSJ | September 28, 2006 | 43% | 33. Events 48 BC - Pompey the Great is assassinated on orders of King Ptolemy of Egypt after landing in Egypt. Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. 8% | 7. 9% | 4. 1% |
| Field Poll | September 27, 2006 | 44% | 34% | ||
| Rasmussen | September 12, 2006 | 47% | 39% | ||
| Zogby/WSJ | September 11, 2006 | 40. Events 489 - Odoacer attacks Theodoric at the Battle of Verona and is defeated again Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. Events 1213 - Albigensian Crusade: Simon de Montfort 5th Earl of Leicester, defeats Peter II of Aragon at the Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. Events 9 - The Battle of the Teutoburg Forest ends 506 - The Bishops of Visigothic Gaul Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. 3% | 34. 7% | 6. 1% | 3. 5% |
| Rasmussen | August 31, 2006 | 48% | 42% | ||
| Public Policy Institute of California | August 30, 2006 | 45% | 32% | ||
| Survey USA | August 28, 2006 | 52% | 38% | ||
| Zogby/WSJ | August 28, 2006 | 45. Events 1056 - Byzantine Empress Theodora becomes ill dying suddenly a few days later without children to succeed the Throne Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. Events 1363 - Beginning date of the Battle of Lake Poyang; the forces of two Chinese rebel leaders— Chen Youliang and Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. Events 475 - The Roman General Orestes forces western Roman Emperor Julius Nepos to flee his Capital Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. Events 475 - The Roman General Orestes forces western Roman Emperor Julius Nepos to flee his Capital Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. 0% | 40. 3% | ||
| Rasmussen | August 1, 2006 | 47% | 41% | ||
| Public Policy Institute of California | July 26, 2006 | 43% | 30% | ||
| Field Poll | July 25, 2006 | 45% | 37% | ||
| Zogby/WSJ | July 24, 2006 | 42. Events 30 BC - Octavian (later known as Augustus enters Alexandria, Egypt, bringing it under the control of the Roman Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. Events 657 - Battle of Siffin. 811 - Battle of Pliska; Byzantine Emperor Nicephorus Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. Events 285 - Diocletian appoints Maximian as Caesar, co-ruler Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. Events 1132 - Battle of Nocera between Ranulf II of Alife and Roger II of Sicily. Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. 3% | 44. 0% | ||
| Rasmussen | July 13, 2006 | 44% | 46% | ||
| Survey & Policy Institute | July 6, 2006 | 44% | 37% | ||
| Zogby/WSJ | June 21, 2006 | 44. Events 1174 - William I of Scotland, a key rebel in the Revolt of 1173-1174, is captured at Alnwick by forces loyal to Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. Events 1044 - The Battle of Ménfő takes place 1189 - Richard the Lionheart is crowned King of England Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. Events 524 - Godomar, King of the Burgundians defeats the Franks at the Battle of Vézeronce. Year 2006 ( MMVI) was a Common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. 5% | 44. 6% | ||
| Field Poll | June 2, 2006 | 46% | 39% | ||
| LA Times Poll | May 28, 2006 | 45% | 46% | ||
| Public Policy Institute of California | May 25, 2006 | 38% | 38% | ||
| Rasmussen | May 23, 2006 | 45% | 45% | ||
| LA Times Poll | April 29, 2006 | 43% | 43% | ||
| Rasmussen | April 17, 2006 | 49% | 36% | ||
| Field Poll | April 14, 2006 | 44% | 40% | ||
| Public Policy Institute of California | March 30, 2006 | 41% | 29% | ||
| Rasmussen | March 23, 2006 | 44% | 45% | ||
| Field Poll | March 2, 2006 | 39% | 39% | ||
| Rasmussen | February 13, 2006 | 40% | 41% | ||
| Rasmussen | January 25, 2006 | 39% | 41% | ||
| Rasmussen | December 16, 2005 | 40% | 44% | ||
| Field Poll | November 3, 2005 | 41% | 47% | ||
| Field Poll | August 29, 2005 | 40% | 43% | ||
| Field Poll | June 13, 2005 | 42% | 46% | ||
| Field Poll | February 25, 2005 | 52% | 35% |
Democratic primary (before June 6, 2006 Primary)
| Source | Date | Westly | Angelides |
|---|---|---|---|
| Survey USA | June 5, 2006 | 36% | 44% |
| Survey USA | June 2, 2006 | 37% | 41% |
| Field Poll | June 2, 2006 | 35% | 34% |
| LA Times Poll | May 27, 2006 | 34% | 37% |
| Survey USA | May 25, 2006 | 32% | 44% |
| Public Policy Institute of California | May 25, 2006 | 32% | 35% |
| Survey USA | May 8, 2006 | 31% | 41% |
| LA Times Poll | April 29, 2006 | 33% | 20% |
| Public Policy Institute of California | April 27, 2006 | 26% | 20% |
| Field Poll | April 17, 2006 | 37% | 26% |
| Public Policy Institute of California | March 30, 2006 | 23% | 22% |
| Field Poll | November 3, 2005 | 26% | 37% |
| Field Poll | September 7, 2005 | 22% | 32% |
| Field Poll | June 29, 2005 | 28% | 37% |
| Field Poll | February 25, 2005 | 11% | 15% |
See also
- 2007 Governor's Inaugural Committee
- U.S. gubernatorial elections, 2006
- State of California
- Governors of California
External links
Democratic candidates
Republican candidates
Third-party and Independent candidates
Other sites with relevant information
- VoteCircle.com Non-partisan resources & vote sharing network for Californians
- Information on the elections from California's Secretary of State
- Video of the debate
- Election Volunteer - Complete List of 2006 Gubernatorial candidates
- Official Homepage of the Governor of California
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