Californios lost influence in northern California earlier than in southern California because of

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The gold rush led to a massive influx of people to northern California, significantly altering the demographic and economic landscape. This sudden change diminished the influence of Californios, who were residents of Spanish or Mexican descent, as they were outnumbered and often dispossessed of their lands.

Californios Lost Influence in Northern California Earlier Than in Southern