Lt. Gov. Gavin Newsom

January 6, 2019

Consistent to the end, Jerry Brown says it's all about teachers and students

Brown has been remarkably consistent on key education issues throughout his governorship.

Louis Freedberg

December 17, 2018

Brown appointees to comprise majority on California's state board of education after Newsom takes office 

Seven out of 11 board members will remain on the board after Jerry Brown leaves office.

Louis Freedberg

June 19, 2018

In race for California governorship, Newsom and Villaraigosa pledge unity

Newsom also pledges, if elected governor, to sign legislation that would require greater transparency in the operations and finances of charter schools.

Louis Freedberg And Mikhail Zinshteyn

June 6, 2018

In race for governor, Newsom and Cox offer competing views on California education

Former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa placed third, despite $23 million from charter school supporters who backed his campaign.

Louis Freedberg And Nico Savidge

June 5, 2018

Surge of funds from pro-charter advocates backs Villaraigosa in last leg of primary campaign

Contributions to independent expenditure committees set up by charter school advocates to back Villaraigosa near $23 million.

Louis Freedberg

May 25, 2018

Millions spent in final weeks of statewide races for governor and schools chief

Spending accelerates ahead of June 5 primary

Louis Freedberg

May 16, 2018

Charter school backers' support for former LA mayor's bid for governor grows

Contribution of $2 million from San Francisco philanthropist William Oberndorf boosts contributions to independent expenditure committee backing Villaraigosa to just over $16 million

Louis Freedberg And Nico Savidge