SurveyUSA
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California Governor winner? (Person)
$49.2M
NOV 4, 2026
General Election
Voters choose the office holder.
Overview
Current roleOther
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyProgressive Democrat
Age57 years old (Aug 21, 1968)
GenderMale
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LocationCalifornia
BackgroundPolitician
EducationTemple University — B.A., Psychology
Notable personal detailsTony Krajewski Thurmond is an American politician and educator who has served as California State Superintendent of Public Instruction since January 7, 2019. He previously served in the California State Assembly and held local offices including on the West Contra Costa Unified School District Board and the Richmond City Council. He earned a BA in psychology from Temple University and later earned two master’s degrees from Bryn Mawr College.
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Positions
LiberalConservative
Economy & Taxes
Supports raising taxes on very wealthy Californians and using that revenue to expand funding for education, affordable housing, healthcare, and direct tax relief/credits for working families; advocates larger public investments in state services and schools.
Healthcare
Supports establishing a state-level single-payer health care system and expanding public health and mental-health services, including strengthening Medi‑Cal funding and increasing access to school-based health and mental health services.
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Immigration & Border
Supports protecting undocumented immigrants from enforcement actions in state spaces (schools and hospitals), backing expanded access to services including healthcare, and advocates for a pathway to citizenship while calling for abolition of ICE. Has sponsored or supported state measures limiting ICE presence on school campuses.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Tony Thurmond has publicly supported protecting the right to abortion and contraception in California, endorsing a state constitutional amendment to secure those rights. He has been described in local reporting as unequivocally pro-choice and has backed state actions to enshrine abortion protections following the erosion of federal protections.
Climate & Energy
Supports aggressive expansion of renewable energy and climate action while emphasizing a just transition that protects jobs; accepts continued use or adaptation of fossil-fuel infrastructure until clean energy can reliably meet demand.
Public Safety & Guns
Supports reducing gun violence and keeping schools safe through non-weapon interventions such as school-based mental and physical health services and prevention programs; has opposed policies to arm teachers and emphasized training and professional development over gun training in schools.
News
AINews Summary
Last updatedJul 15, 2026
Tony Thurmond is in the news because he is one of the candidates in California’s crowded 2026 governor’s race and has been taking part in recent debates ahead of the June 2 primary. Reports say he drew praise after the latest debate, but he is still seen as weak on cash and endorsements. He also did not qualify for a CNN debate next week, even as the race remains unsettled with many undecided voters.
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Articles
TMThe Mercury News3 months ago
‘I thought we had rules here’: California governor’s debate devolves into chaos
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CNCBS News3 months ago
Takeaways from the CBS California Governor's Debate, where candidates discussed gas costs, housing and more
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CNCBS News3 months ago
How to watch the CBS California Governor's Debate
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TMThe Mercury News3 months ago
Latest line: A good week for Dave Regan, a bad week for Matt Mahan
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Polls
Aggregation source: FiftyPlusOne
Endorsements
California Governor winner? (Person)
Endorsers of Tony Thurmond for California Governor winner? (Person)
California Federation of Labor Unions
Elected official
California Federation of Labor Unions endorsed Tony Thurmond for governor.
California Faculty Association
Elected official
California Faculty Association endorsed Tony Thurmond for California governor.
BWOPA PAC
Political organization
BWOPA PAC listed Tony Thurmond among its endorsed candidates.
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