Report California’s Political Geography 2020 By Eric McGhee Feb 24, 2020 California still leans Democratic overall, but independents are leaning Republican in many areas of the state. A closer look suggests that registering all eligible residents to vote could moderate more partisan places. Views on specific issues also follow their own geographic patterns.
blog post Unfavorable Ratings for Political Parties Persist among Californians By Rachel Lawler Jan 10, 2020 Less than half of Californians hold favorable views of the Democratic or Republican parties, and a majority say a third major party is needed.
Report California’s Future: Health Care By Shannon McConville, Paulette Cha Jan 2, 2020 California is looking to protect and expand health coverage gains. Health care costs—and an uncertain federal policy landscape—are a major concern.
blog post Do Californians Support the Proposed School Bond? By Dean Bonner Oct 31, 2019 Slightly more than half of likely voters approve of the school bond measure that will be on the March 2020 ballot, but support varies across regions.
blog post Approval Ratings in a Hyper-Partisan Era By Mark Baldassare Oct 23, 2019 Governor Newsom and President Trump both have had steady job approval ratings among Californians this year, but views are deeply divided along partisan lines.
blog post Californians Favor Funds for School Construction By Dean Bonner Sep 18, 2019 On prior PPIC Statewide Surveys, majorities of Californians across regions supported bonds for K-12 and higher education construction projects.
blog post Video: Californians and Their Government By Mary Severance Jun 14, 2019 PPIC’s latest statewide survey highlights Californians’ views on the 2020 presidential election, the economic strain caused by housing costs, school vaccinations, and other timely topics.
blog post Californians See Preschool as Important By Rachel Lawler May 15, 2019 Californians think preschool is important, but say that affordability is a problem.
blog post Video: Californians and Education By Mary Severance Apr 29, 2019 In PPIC’s latest statewide survey, most Californians say they want Governor Newsom to prioritize K-12 education, while public opinion is mixed on charter schools.