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Time for California candidates to focus on issues, in Swalwell’s wake

In the aftermath of Eric Swalwell’s shocking implosion over allegations of sexual misconduct, there is a chance — finally! — for the entire California gubernatorial field to focus on issues that matter to voters.

Until now, the Democrats have been competing to see which of them can be the most anti-Trump.

None could top Swalwell, who participated in two impeachments against President Trump, joining the team of House impeachment managers for the second one. 

But others have come close.

Tom Steyer released a plan to “abolish ICE” and treat the immigration enforcement agency like a criminal enterprise. 

He hasn’t explained how the Constitution will allow him to imprison federal agents, which it won’t.

Not content to attack Trump, former congresswoman Katie Porter attacked the late Ronald Reagan, who was governor of California half a century ago.

Not to be outdone, the two Republicans have focused on what is wrong with outgoing Gov. Gavin Newsom.

That’s fine, as far as diagnosing California’s problems goes, but Newsom is leaving office. 

It’s time for........

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