Tom Steyer

Hedge fund founder and climate activist; Democratic candidate for governor

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Born: June 27, 1957, New York City

Party: Democratic Party

Education: Stanford University, Yale College, Phillips Exeter Academy

Last updated Nov 2, 2026

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California's top-two primary tests Democratic statewide dominance

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As of June 2026: Polling third at 15%

Republicans haven't won a statewide race in California since Arnold Schwarzenegger's 2006 reelection. Today's gubernatorial primary could put them on the November ballot anyway.

Updated Jun 2