California runoff tests GOP’s bid to reform California Polls indicate that Republican Steve Hilton is likely to secure a spot in the November ballot for California’s governor. His campaign is an insurgent effort focused on reforming the state and ending its liberal governance. The election is a jungle primary, with the top two vote-getters advancing regardless of party affiliation.

• Republican Steve Hilton is expected to advance in California’s gubernatorial primary.
• Hilton’s campaign aims to reform the state and end years of liberal governance.
• The election is a jungle primary, with the top two candidates moving to the general election.