Mahan, Villaraigosa just learned why so few California mayors make the leap to governor

In California, mayoral experience often doesn't translate to success in gubernatorial races, as seen with former mayors like Mike Mahan and Eric Garcetti. Their political skills, effective at the local level, can raise concerns among statewide voters who may fear the same tactics. This trend underscores the unique challenges of scaling up local leadership to the broader political landscape, highlighting the complexities and differing expectations of state-level governance.