Californians reveal what they want the most from elected officials despite lack of trust
A recent poll reveals that Southern Californians desire faster and cheaper housing and infrastructure but lack trust in their elected officials. Conducted by Thinks Insight & Strategy, the survey indicates that 85% of respondents believe improvements in living costs and infrastructure are necessary. Many attribute delays in progress to special interest lobbying and strict environmental regulations.
- ▪The poll surveyed 5,000 California residents.
- ▪85% of those surveyed feel their lives would improve with better housing and infrastructure.
- ▪75% believe delays are due to special interest lobbying and poor government management.
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Metro Californians reveal what they want the most from elected officials despite lack of trust By Katie Jerkovich Published May 19, 2026, 9:39 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google A sweeping new poll finds that Southern Californians overwhelmingly want housing and infrastructure built faster and cheaper, but don’t trust their elected officials to get it done. The poll — conducted by the British company Thinks Insight & Strategy — surveyed 5,000 California residents and proves that officials in office in the Golden State aren’t trusted to make things more affordable or improve roadways, Politico reported.
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