Recent mayoral debates across several cities have highlighted critical issues as candidates vie for leadership. In Sacramento, Dr. Flo Cofer and Assemblymember Kevin McCarty faced off in a heated debate focused on homelessness, with Cofer accusing McCarty of misrepresenting her stance on the issue. Portland’s candidates Rene Gonzalez, Carmen Rubio, and Keith Wilson discussed pressing topics such as homelessness and open drug use during their forum. Richmond candidates shared their visions for addressing gun violence and housing, emphasizing the need for transparency and community engagement. In San Francisco, the shooting of 49ers rookie Ricky Pearsall has intensified discussions about public safety and law enforcement, with candidates criticizing current leadership's handling of crime. These debates reflect a broader concern among voters for effective solutions to urgent urban challenges.