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California Battle for Governor Reflects Diverging Labor Views
In a wide apart campaign face off, Democrat Edmund G. Brown and Republican William F. Knowland outline stark contrasts on labor rights and public versus private power. Brown defends employer flexibility and public Trinity power, while Knowland advocates private partnerships and right to work, arguing for limited union coercion. Both are long-time public servants with strong regional ties and distinct party loyalties shaping the California primary battle.
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California
Edmund G
Pat) Brown
WU. S
William Fife Knowland
Brown
San Francisco
Donald Donaldson
Knowlang
GOP
AFL
CIO
Knowland
Trinity
Pacific Gas & Electric
Central Valley
Goodwin Knight
Miei Liue
Anon
Oakland Tribune
Helen
Knowlané