C.A.R. news release: Leading California Gubernatorial Candidates Share Homeownership Views at C.A.R. Forum

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (March 6) -- Homeownership emerged as a defining issue in California’s 2026 gubernatorial race as six leading candidates gathered in Sacramento for the CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (C.A.R.) 2026 Homeownership Matters Gubernatorial Forum, focused on expanding pathways to ownership across the state.

Moderated by C.A.R. 2026 President Tamara Suminski and C.A.R. CEO Phil Hawkins, the forum brought candidates together to discuss solutions to California’s housing affordability crisis and the role of homeownership in strengthening communities.

Throughout the discussion, candidates from across the political spectrum acknowledged the severity of the state’s housing challenges and committed to making homeownership a priority if elected governor.

For full release, visit https://www.car.org/aboutus/mediacenter/newsreleases/2026releases/HOMgubforumpostevent

Watch the recorded forum on https://www.car.org/meetings/livestream or on Youtube.