Uber Backs Three Candidates in California Governor Race, Hedging Bets on Unpredictable Election

Uber is backing three competing candidates in the California governor race, donating millions of dollars to Eric Swalwell, Katie Porter, and Steve Hilton. The donations are a hedge on the state's policy and technology shifts. Uber's head of public policy said the company is backing pragmatic candidates committed to keeping the state innovative, competitive, and affordable.