San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan’s entry into California’s governor’s race further widens an already crowded field of contenders for the state’s top office. Porter has remained near the top in polling of early polling in the governor’s race and is emphasizing affordability and corporate accountability. Xavier BecerraThe former California attorney general and U.S. health secretary under President Joe Biden is one of the few candidates with statewide electoral experience. Tom SteyerThe Democratic billionaire investor and environmental advocate entered the race in November, calling for higher taxes on the wealthy and corporations. Tony ThurmondCalifornia’s superintendent of public instruction and a former East Bay assemblymember, Thurmond is another candidate with statewide electoral experience.