California's gubernatorial hopefuls took to the stage for their fifth and final debate on Thursday evening, with affordability emerging as the top concern among voters. As the state grapples with skyrocketing gas, grocery, and housing prices, the seven candidates vying for the top office were pressed to share their vision for tackling the growing cost of living crisis. From proposals to increase the minimum wage and implement rent control, to calls for investing in affordable housing and reducing the state's reliance on fossil fuels, each candidate was given a chance to make a final pitch to voters. With the June primary just around the corner, the debate offered a crucial opportunity for Californians to hear from their potential leaders on the issue that matters most to them.
Seven candidates running for California’s top office engaged in a fifth and final debate on Thursday evening that largely centered around the issue of affordability. The candidates were asked to provide their closing pitch to voters to address a growing number of cost of living concerns, including rising gas, grocery and housing prices in the...
