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PPIC Statewide Survey: Californians and Their Government

By Mark Baldassare, Dean Bonner, Rachel Lawler, Deja Thomas

Key findings include: A majority of likely voters say they will vote no on removing Governor Newsom; about half do not favor any replacement candidate or won’t vote [for one]. Californians name COVID as the top issue facing the state. Six in ten favor requiring proof of vaccination to enter large outdoor gatherings or some indoor spaces. Californians are divided on whether the US will see good financial times ahead.

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Video: Californians and the Environment

By Stephanie Barton

Rachel Lawler and Mark Baldassare discuss key findings from the latest PPIC Statewide Survey, which examines Californians’ views on a wide range of environmental issues.

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What’s Wrong with the Recall?

By Mark Baldassare

An overwhelming majority of California likely voters say it is a good thing that there is a process for recalling elected officials. But more than two-thirds say the current recall is a waste of money, and a similar share say the recall process should be changed.

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Voter Enthusiasm Could Shape the Governor’s Recall

By Mark Baldassare

Although less than a majority of California likely voters say they want to remove Governor Newsom from office, an “enthusiasm gap” between recall supporters and those opposed could have implications for the September 14 election.

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Are Voters in the Mood to Recall Their Governor?

By Mark Baldassare

With most Californians approving of Gavin Newsom’s overall job performance and his handling of the pandemic—and amid an improved economic outlook—recall proponents could face an uphill battle.

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Video: Californians and Education

By Vicki Hsieh

PPIC’s Rachel Lawler and Mark Baldassare discuss new survey findings about Californians’ views on student learning during the pandemic, Governor Newsom’s handling of K–12 education, and other topics.

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