Becerra canceled his participation shortly after a poll showed that 74% of viewers of a previous CNN debate favored Hilton, compared to 20% for Becerra. The withdrawal contradicted a pledge Becerra made in August to participate in multiple debates, drawing criticism from figures such as Spencer Pratt, who described the move as a refusal to engage with voters.
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Hilton Demands CA Tax Cuts and End of Democratic Rule
US Politics13 days ago
Steve Hilton attended a forum hosted by the LA Times and NPR on Oct. 6 despite the withdrawal of his opponent, Xavier Becerra. During the event, Hilton advocated for tax cuts and called for an end to Democratic party control of the California government.
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