Morning Report: Just Like That, Barrera’s State Supe Campaign Is Serious

Morning Report: Just Like That, Barrera’s State Supe Campaign Is Serious

The California Teachers Association has officially endorsed San Diego Unified Trustee Richard Barrera’s campaign for state superintendent. The support of the state’s largest teachers union instantly transforms what was something of a dark horse campaign into a leading contender for the statewide office.  But why did the 310,000-member union choose the longtime board member over a field of more high-profile candidates? Over his 17-year tenure as …