In Toss-Up House District, Voters Crave Leadership To Fix Broken Healthcare By Samantha Rangel, KVPR Aug. 26, 2026

https://kffhealthnews.org/elections/california-22nd-congressional-district-valadao-villegas-healthcare-affordability/ BAKERSFIELD, Calif. — Carlos A. grew up in a family on Medicaid, which made healthcare an afterthought since the public insurance is free for low-income enrollees. But when he received a raise two years ago, he found himself earning too much to qualify for the safety net program. And when he browsed Covered California plans, he found that marketplace prices were still too steep for his comfort.