Sen. Dianne Feinstein speaks to the California Democratic Party convention in San Diego. Photo by Chris Stone
In a stunning rebuke, five-term Democratic Sen. Dianne Feinstein failed to gain the endorsement of her own party Saturday.
Key endorsement votes at California Democratic Party Convention in San Diego. (PDF)
But her rival — state Sen. Pro Tem Kevin de Leon of Los Angeles — also fell short of the 60 percent vote needed to assure backing by the California Democratic Party.
According to results from the party convention at the San Diego Convention Center, de Leon, 51, won votes of 54 percent of the 2,775 delegates casting ballots in that race.
Feinstein, 84, was backed by 37 percent, with Los Angeles civil rights attorney Pat Harrisgetting 5 percent.
In the endorsement race for governor, Lt. Gov. Gavin Newsom edged state Treasurer John Chiang, 39 percent to 30 percent, with former state school chief Delaine Eastin third at 20 percent and former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa a surprising fourth at 9 percent.
Thus state Democrats won’t endorse in that June primary race either.
Also notable was state Attorney General Xavier Becerra failing to get his party’s backing for election.
He was beat by state Insurance Commissioner Dave Jones, 56 percent to 42 percent.
On Sunday, Becerra — who Gov. Jerry Brown named to replace Kamala Harris after she won election to the U.S. Senate — said: “I’m deeply honored to have received the support of so many California Democratic Party delegates…. Working with vigor and determination, we will make 2018 an historic year for Democrats.”
No endorsement was made in the race for lieutenant governor either.
And Tony Thurmondfor state superintendent of public instruction.
Branded as a “corporate Democrat” by some in her party, Feinstein lost favor among progressives who make up a large portion of the most active Democrats.
House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi laughs during a conversation at the women’s caucus. Photo by Chris Stone
A delegate checks her phone in a cleared out convention meeting room. Photo by Chris Stone
Nancy Pelosi could be on her way to Speaker of the House by dinnertime Tuesday in San Diego. Photo by Chris Stone
Christine Pelosi and her 8-year-old daughter, Bella, watch her mother, Nancy Pelosi give her speech at the state convention. Photo by Chris Stone
Gubernatorial candidate Gavin Newson makes a passionate plea for support at the women’s caucus. Photo by Chris Stone
A tired delegate takes a nap in a room for voting. Photo by Chris Stone
Delegates received an endorsement ballot for candidates for state office. Photo by Chris Stone
A delegate shows she identification to receive an endorsement ballot. Photo by Chris Stone
U.S. Sen. Kamala Harris enjoys the warm welcome at the state Democratic convention. (Photo by Chris Stone/Times of San Diego)
Jon Lovett, speechwriter an podcaster, addressed delegates during the Saturday luncheon. Photo by Chris Stone
A delegate cheers as Alice Huffman, president of the state NAACP lists names of black female leaders in history. Photo by Chris Stone
A volunteer hands out campaign signs for U.S. Senate candidate Kevin de Leon. Photo by Chris Stone
Rep. Maxine Waters told delegates to “get ready for impeachment.” Photo by Chris Stone
At the end of her speech, Rep. Maxine Waters led the delegates in the chant, “Impeach 45.” Photo by Chris Stone
Tony Thurmond, candidate for superintendent of public instruction, addresses delegates. Photo by Chris Stone/Times of San Diego
As the day wore on, delegates got tired as they listened to speeches. Photo by Chris Stone
A delegate wearing a pink pussy hat talks to a fellow delegate. Photo by Chris Stone
Delegates use plastic clapping hands to signal their support of candidates. Photo by Chris Stone
Billionaire Tom Steyer warned delegates about President Donald Trump and his policies. Photo by Chris Stone
Union members attend a “Working People’s Day of Action” rally outside of the San Diego Convention Center. Photo by Chris Stone
U.S. Senate candidate Kevin de León greets delegates on their way to cast their endorsement votes. Photo by Chris Stone
Delegates to the California Democratic Convention cast their ballots for statewide office endorsements. Photo by Chris Stone
California attorney general candidate Dave Jones is cheered by his supporters. Photo by Chris Stone
Union members attend a “Working People’s Day of Action” rally outside of the San Diego Convention Center. Photo by Chris Stone
Delegates heckle Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti policies on the Aliso Canyon natural gas storage facility. Photo by Chris Stone
House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi’s 8-year-old granddaughter, Bella, cheers for her during a convention speech. Photo by Chris Stone
Delegates protest Marshall Tuck, candidate for superintendent of public instruction. Photo by Chris Stone
Campaign signs are abandoned on convention seats. Photo by Chris Stone
Supporters of U.S. Senate candidate Kevin De Leon and Sen. Dianne Feinstein hold up their signs for their candidates. Photo by Chris Stone
Union members attend a “Working People’s Day of Action” rally outside of the San Diego Convention Center. Photo by Chris Stone
Protestors march against a state law that limits rent control. Photo by Chris Stone
A delegate listens to Alice Huffman, president of the state NAACP. Photo by Chris Stone
Assemblywoman Shirley Weber addresses delegates at the state convention. Photo by Chris Stone
A delegate shows enthusiasm for Tony Thurmond, candidate for superintendent of public instruction. Photo by Chris Stone
Union members attend a “Working People’s Day of Action” rally outside of the San Diego Convention Center. Photo by Chris Stone
Supporters of state attorney general candidate Xavier Becerra cheer his speech. Photo by Chris Stone
