Democrats have a handful of opportunities to takeover House seats in California, but the abundance of candidates and state’s top two primary system are complicating the party’s efforts in a critical state for the majority. Roll Call elections analyst Nathan Gonzales and Roll Call political reporter Bridget Bowman look back at when the system was installed and ahead to the June 5 primaries and how Democrats are trying to avoid an electoral catastrophe.

Show Notes:

• Could Negative Campaigning in California Primaries Dampen Democratic Energy?
• ‘That Danger Is Real’ — Democrats’ Final Push to Avoid Shutout in Key California Races
• California Primaries Packed With Democratic Candidates Hoping to Make the Cut (Video)

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