I sat down recently with a group of Californians barely making ends meet to discuss the cost crisis.
Let me share their stories with you—but first: Donate $5 to our campaign today to help me fight to lower costs.
Pedro, a warehouse operator, told me half of his paycheck goes to utilities and groceries.
Carol, a distribution center worker, said that nearly three full paychecks are going to rent in her two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment—and that cost is rising. She needs the space to raise her two sons, but rent is cutting into their food budget.
As a single parent myself, I know how expensive it is to live in nearly every part and pocket of California, and how stressful it can be when bills keep piling up.
Joel, a forklift operator, talked about the struggles many face in the Inland Empire. Despite living in a supposedly affordable area, and having a “classic” good paying union job, he still struggles to make ends meet.
These stories represent what millions of Californians are experiencing. I’m running for governor to fight for Pedro, Carol, Joel, and every other person barely getting by in the Golden State.
But winning this race won’t be easy. Republicans are surging, and a billionaire just started rolling out massive ad buys. Simply put, I need your support right now.
Thank you,
Katie Porter
P.S. Click here to watch more of our conversation on the cost crisis.
