A recent article on Extracting Fact discusses a poll showing that most California voters reject Governor Newsom’s claim that “price gouging” by oil companies is the primary cause of the state’s high gas prices. Despite the governor’s repeated messaging, only 35% of voters agreed with this narrative. Experts argue that policy choices, such as high gas taxes, strict environmental standards, and limited refining capacity, are the true drivers of high prices. The article calls for practical solutions rather than political rhetoric to address the issue.
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