Public Media from Michigan State University
Play Live Radio
Next Up:
0:00
0:00
0:00 0:00
Available On Air Stations

Why California is luring 2020 Democrats to campaign there

Season 2019 Episode 171 | 2m 37s

Over the weekend, California played host to 14 Democrats running for president in 2020. With its primary three months earlier than normal, the state is poised to play a bigger role in shaping the nominating process for the Democratic Party. Many candidates were warmly received at California’s Democratic convention, but some pushed back on the party’s most progressive ideas. Amna Nawaz reports.

Major corporate funding for the PBS News Hour is provided by BDO, BNSF, Consumer Cellular, American Cruise Lines, and Raymond James. Funding for the PBS NewsHour Weekend is provided by Consumer Cellular and Cunard Cruise Line. For a complete list of funders for the PBS NewsHour and PBS NewsHour weekend, click here.
Extras
July 14, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
Maine Sen. King says feds lack credibility, locals need role in ICE shooting investigation
Supreme Court justices make case for more security funding
Inflation eased in June, but Americans still feel pressure from high prices
Middle East experts assess latest escalation in U.S.-Iran conflict
Ousted Election Assistance Commission chair on Trump's effort to control voting
The unconventional career of attorney general nominee Todd Blanche
Simon Kuper and Geoff Bennett discuss the World Cup on 'Settle In'
U.S. launches more strikes, tightens naval blockade as Iran hits Gulf allies
News Wrap: Fed Chair Warsh pledges inflation will be 'thing of the past'