Hundreds of leaders and members of the Democratic Party have converged on San Francisco this weekend for their party’s state convention.
The gathering at Moscone Center presents a moment for Democrats in California to get together, strategize and plan for the months ahead.
Day 2 of the convention kicked off Saturday with the party’s movers and shakers hopeful frontrunners emerge from a crowded field of candidates vying for key positions in the midterm elections on June 2.
Saturday will also be about committee and caucus meetings, bringing more opportunities for candidates and delegates to get valuable face time. The connections could lead to clarity in the crowded field of candidates.
Former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown said he is spending the weekend making up his own mind.
“Many of the people who are running have asked me to support them, and in those conversations, I will tell them whether or not it would be a waste of my time and theirs if they keep running,” Brown said.
Under California’s top-two system, the two candidates with the most votes, regardless of party, move on to the November election.
A top focus is California’s crowded race for governor, which has been overwhelmed with Democratic candidates. Those candidates will be at the convention trying to make an impression.
Another big highlight will be the dinner honoring former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, which is taking place Saturday night at the Marriott Marquis.
The gathering at Moscone Center presents a moment for Democrats in California to get together, strategize and plan for the months ahead. Alyssa Goard reports.
For Democrats, this year’s theme is “Together We Win,” and after the passage of Prop. 50, they will be looking to endorse statewide candidates to win newly contested seats.
The convention continues through Sunday.