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CBS News poll and analysis of California policies ahead of governor's race debate

CBS News poll and analysis of California policies ahead of governor's race debate

Summary

A CBS News poll shows that most California voters want the next governor to support a tax on billionaires, address fraud in state agencies, and focus on housing affordability and homelessness. Voters have mixed views on immigration and student athletes’ participation rules based on gender.

Key Facts

  • Most California voters want the next governor to support adding a state tax on billionaires.
  • Many voters believe there is some level of fraud in state agencies and want it to be a high priority to address.
  • The majority of voters do not support the Trump administration’s deportation program and want a governor who will resist cooperation with ICE operations, especially Democrats.
  • More voters think immigration has improved California rather than harmed it.
  • About 75% of voters call housing in California unaffordable and see it as a reason the "California Dream" feels out of reach.
  • For homeowners, insurance costs are a bigger worry than housing availability.
  • Voters prioritize building more housing and providing mental health support to reduce homelessness.
  • Most voters say student athletes should play on the team that matches their sex at birth, but Democrats are split on this issue.
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