We Hear From California’s Insurance Commissioner Candidates

This November, Californians will elect their next insurance commissioner. The role is charged with regulating property and casualty insurance rates and with consumer advocacy. California’s insurance market — the fourth-largest in the world —  is increasingly in the spotlight as disasters caused by climate change prompt private insurers to hike policy rates and decrease coverage. We’ll speak with the two candidates on the ballot, Democrats Ben Allen and Jane Kim, about their visions and priorities for the role. And we’ll hear your questions for the candidates.

Guests:

• Danielle Venton, KQED climate and science reporter
• Jane Kim, consumer advocate and attorney; former San Francisco supervisor
• Ben Allen, state senator representing Santa Monica