California Democrats shrug at their choices in packed race to replace Newsom

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The packed race for California governor has left many Democrats in the state wrestling with who to vote for in the race’s closing days.

Though voting began in early May ahead of the June 2 primary, Democrats have been returning their ballots at a slower pace than normal after a chaotic campaign full of surprises. Unlike recent races for governor, there’s been no clear frontrunner or political superstar (think Republican Arnold Schwarzenegger or Democrat Jerry Brown).