Billionaire environmental advocate Tom Steyer has launched his campaign for California governor, marking a significant change from his previous political priorities. While climate change was once central to his platform, the current article focuses entirely on economic issues like affordability and cost of living concerns.
Steyer’s kickoff video centered on everyday financial challenges facing Californians. His campaign strategy emphasizes voters’ immediate economic worries rather than long-term environmental concerns.
This shift represents a broader trend within the Democratic establishment ahead of the 2026 midterms, as candidates align with voter priorities that lean toward issues such as rising costs and economic pressures over global warming. Tom’s climate advocacy background remains part of his political record despite this change in emphasis.
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