Overview

• Kamala Harris has not officially announced her candidacy for California governor but is actively considering both a gubernatorial run and a 2028 presidential bid.
• A Politico and UC Berkeley Citrin Center poll found that 36% of California policy influencers are indifferent to Harris running for governor, with only 22% feeling 'mostly excited.'
• Among California registered voters, 33% expressed 'joy' at the prospect of Harris running, while others showed mixed or negative reactions, particularly independents.
• Demographic breakdowns show Black voters are the most enthusiastic about Harris's potential bid, while Latino and Asian voters displayed less positive reactions.
• Partisan divides are evident, with Democrats showing stronger support for Harris, while Republican voters largely expressed irritation or outrage at the idea.