With just days before voters receive mail-in ballots, Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton will face off tonight in a California&nbsp;gubernatorial debate, hosted by CNN. We explore the issues motivating voters and what the dynamics in California can tell us about the national midterm picture.&nbsp;

For more: What to watch in CNN’s California governor race debate&nbsp;

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Guest:&nbsp;Elex Michaelson, CNN Anchor & Correspondent&nbsp;

Host: David Rind&nbsp;

Producer: Paola Ortiz&nbsp;

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin&nbsp;

Editorial Support: Jen Buesinger Sperry
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