Left-leaning voters will likely vote NO on the recall.

But what should they pick for Newsom's replacement, in case he does get recalled?

Top Democratic strategists advise: Kevin Faulconer.

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“If someone put a gun to my head I would tell them to vote for Faulconer,” said one Democratic strategist.

“The rest of that ballot is a complete joke and wouldn’t get elected to the city council of Pawnee, Indiana.”
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A few Democratic strategists refused to suggest any Republican and stood behind Gavin Newsom’s admonition not to pick a successor.

Said one consultant: “The most important thing Dems can do is get everyone they know to vote on the recall.”
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In case Newsom gets recalled, who should the Democrats vote for?

“Probably Faulconer,” said one Democatic strategist. “Because he won’t burn the house down.”

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For people who vote NO to recall Newsom, what is the best way to answer the second question on the recall ballot for his potential replacement?

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