CA Congressional candidates discuss ag, healthcare

Editor's note: This is the part of a series of stories that will appear this week on the June 22 primary in California. The stories include comments from candidates who agreed to interviews with The Center Square. (The Center Square) - Residents of California’s newly redrawn 22nd Congressional District are considering issues such as healthcare and farming as the June 2 primary approaches. The district, which is an agricultural area, has taken on a new makeup since the passage of Proposition 50, a measure that altered districts in the state and could potentially add more Democratic representation. Rep. David Valdadao, R-California, currently represents the district, which is centered in the southern San Joaquin Valley. Under the new map, Hispanic representation in the district increased to 74%. Two Democrats are challenging Valadao’s incumbency: Assemblymember Jasmeet Bains, a physician, and college professor Randy Villegas. Under Californ