Californians, who have long praised the contributions of immigrants, must now confront the question of whether the state can sustain expanded healthcare coverage in the face of budget instability. With a quarter of the population and a third of the workforce composed of immigrants, the governor’s race highlights opposing visions for the future of healthcare access.

In Southern California, a health center is making house calls to immigrant patients too afraid to leave their homes, ensuring they don’t miss out on critical medical care. This initiative addresses a growing fear that has kept many from attending vital medical appointments.