The following Eric Swalwell's resignation as California gubernatorial candidate, following allegations of sexual misconduct, has prompted the entire field to focus on issues that matter to voters. The Democrats have been focusing on anti-Trump campaigns, while others have focused on issues such as high cost of living, high gas prices, public safety, high school education, high-speed rail, infrastructure, and public safety. The author argues that California's high cost is higher than other states' and that the state has failed to address these issues adequately. They also question how California will deal with high-priced rail without laying an inch of track and infrastructure, while maintaining public safety and addressing environmental issues.