Why Tuesday wasn’t as bad for Bernie as the media makes it seem Share Tweet Email By The FirstWed, Mar 4, 2020 California has 415 delegates. 144 of them are awarded to the statewide winners. Mike Slater explains that because of a little-known fact, winning California is more important than people realize. Sign up now! Sign up now! Never miss an important story or a must-see moment. Get the best news and videos delivered directly to your inbox every morning with the Up First email! Email Address