# Can Gubernatorial Candidates Make California a More Affordable Place to Live?

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Podcast: [KQED's The California Report](https://stenobird.com/podcast/kqed-s-the-california-report-45411)
Published: 2026-05-20T13:56:00+00:00
Episode link: https://next.kqed.org/news/12084456
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The crowded field of candidates running for governor in the June 2 primary all agree on one thing — the need to make California a more affordable place to live. Prices for housing, electricity and gas here remain far above the national average. But it could be a challenge for any of the candidates to deliver on affordability. Reporter: Guy Marzorati, KQED The Muslim community is mourning the death of three men who were killed in a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego on Monday. Reporter: Katie Anastas, KPBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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