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Barack D. Obama Shaw Joins California Governor Primary

6/3/2026

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Former Army reservist who legally renamed himself Barack D. Obama Shaw appears on the ballot for California’s June 2, 2026 gubernatorial primary.
Shaw says former President Barack Obama inspired his name change as a symbol of hope and that he will respect the office of U.S. President Donald Trump despite disagreements.
His platform calls for ending homelessness, securing additional land for housing, and adding $26 billion to the state budget.

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Former Army reservist who legally renamed himself Barack D. Obama Shaw appears on the ballot for California’s June 2, 2026 gubernatorial primary.
Shaw says former President Barack Obama inspired his name change as a symbol of hope and that he will respect the office of U.S. President Donald Trump despite disagreements.
His platform calls for ending homelessness, securing additional land for housing, and adding $26 billion to the state budget.