Statewide Survey PPIC Statewide Survey: Californians and Their Government By Mark Baldassare, Dean Bonner, Lauren Mora, Deja Thomas May 27, 2026 Key findings of the survey include: Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton lead in the top-two gubernatorial primary. A majority of likely voters support a one-time tax on billionaires, while they are split on setting new voter ID requirements. Majorities say that higher gas prices have affected their financial situation and that military actions in Iran will hurt their finances.
blog post What California’s Next Governor Needs to Know about Californians’ Mood By Mark Baldassare, Lynette Ubois Apr 21, 2026 Political and economic uncertainties are wearing on California residents, who are pessimistic about the state’s direction and their own economic future.
Statewide Survey PPIC Statewide Survey: Californians and Education By Mark Baldassare, Dean Bonner, Lauren Mora, Deja Thomas Apr 15, 2026 Key findings of the survey include: Ahead of the governor’s primary, overwhelming majorities say that candidates’ positions on public education are important. Nearly two-thirds of likely voters would vote yes to make taxes permanent on high incomes to fund education and health care. About half of adults think schools are doing at least a good job preparing students for jobs.
press release Half of Californians Say Public Education Needs Major Changes; Crowded Governor’s Race Remains Tight Apr 15, 2026
blog post It’s Anyone’s Race in the Governor’s Primary By Stephanie Barton Mar 5, 2026 No top candidates for governor have emerged in June’s primary race, as California’s likely voters are dividing their support across two Republicans and three Democrats. The top issue is clearer: Affordability.
