blog post Voters’ Views on November’s Propositions By Mark Baldassare Oct 26, 2022 As we near the midterm election, voters’ attitudes toward key statewide ballot measures, as well as toward potential reforms to the initiative process, suggest that California’s system of direct democracy remains a work in progress.
blog post New Era for Initiatives? By Mark Baldassare Nov 12, 2014 The drop-off in state propositions and citizens’ initiatives—which have often captured media attention and voter interest in the past—may mark the beginning of a trend with profound implications for voter engagement and state policymaking.
Report California’s Future: Political Landscape By Eric McGhee, Dean Bonner Jan 2, 2020 Most Californians support Democratic policies, but one-party control carries risks—and the demographic differences between voters and nonvoters reflect a growing economic divide.
blog post Video: A Conversation with Secretary of State Shirley Weber By Mary Severance Apr 14, 2021 Secretary of State Weber discusses her longstanding commitment to broadening voter participation and talks about how California can continue to boost turnout.
blog post Election Day Matters By Mark Baldassare Nov 6, 2018 Today is Election Day and while Californians disagree on many issues, one thing is certain: voting matters.
blog post Tax Increases and Voter Distrust By Mark Baldassare Jul 7, 2015 Lawmakers and advocates are considering several new taxes for Californians. What do voters think about these plans?
blog post Key Opinion Shifts in California’s Recall Election By Mark Baldassare Sep 1, 2021 Two weeks before the gubernatorial recall, what do shifting views on this election say about its expected outcome?
blog post Video: Rolling Out the New Motor Voter Law By Linda Strean Jun 21, 2016 California’s New Motor Voter Act has the potential to diversify the electorate. Its success hinges on the way the system is designed.
