event Tackling California’s Homelessness Crisis Jun 19, 2020 Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg and Los Angeles County Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas will join PPIC’s Mark Baldassare for a wide-ranging conversation about how California can address the challenges of preventing and reducing homelessness during this unprecedented time.
event A Conversation with Secretary of State Alex Padilla Jun 5, 2020 As California forges a path through the COVID-19 crisis and current civil unrest, trusted leadership is more important than ever. Secretary of State Alex Padilla will join PPIC’s Mark Baldassare for a wide-ranging conversation about the critical challenges facing the state and nation.
event Countdown to Census 2020 Feb 3, 2020 Census Day is fast approaching. How will the country’s most diverse and populous state respond? California’s representation in Congress and billions in federal funds are on the line. This event will feature a wide-ranging conversation about the consequences of the census with state and local leaders on the front lines of this critical effort.
event A Conversation with Governor Gavin Newsom Jan 29, 2020 Governor Gavin Newsom will join PPIC President and CEO Mark Baldassare for an in-depth conversation about climate change, energy, wildfires, and California’s future followed by a wide-ranging audience Q&A.
event A Conversation with Leon Panetta Jan 16, 2020 As we move into a consequential election year, the importance of leadership is top of mind for Californians. Former Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta will join PPIC President and CEO Mark Baldassare for a wide-ranging discussion about leading through the critical challenges facing the state and nation.
event A Conversation with Chief Justice of California Tani G. Cantil-Sakauye Dec 12, 2019 Join us for a conversation with Tani G. Cantil-Sakauye—chief justice of California and leader of the state's judicial branch—about the challenges and opportunities facing the courts today. Topics include the relationship between California's three branches of government, the federal-state dynamic, and the importance of civic engagement.
event Preparing California’s Water System for Climate Extremes Nov 5, 2019 California’s climate is changing. Warmer temperatures, a shrinking snowpack, shorter and more intense wet seasons, more volatile precipitation, and rising seas are stressing water management in the Golden State. Leaders across the state are working to address the challenges these climate pressures bring, and the Newsom administration is developing a water resilience portfolio to address these issues in a comprehensive way. Join the PPIC Water Policy Center and a diverse group of state and local experts for a thought-provoking discussion about preparing California’s water system for climate extremes.
event Improving Educational Opportunity in California Oct 25, 2019 How can the state’s K-12 public schools and community colleges work together to prepare students to meet the challenges of the future? Please join us for a wide-ranging conversation about how California can improve opportunities and enhance outcomes for all of its tudents.
event 2020 Election Preview Sep 17, 2019 California’s presidential primary is just around the corner. How will California voters influence the 2020 election? And what are the implications for the state’s future? Please join us for a wide-ranging discussion of the upcoming election season.
