event Building California’s Future Apr 26, 2022 How can we leverage recent investments in infrastructure to build a brighter future for all Californians? Join PPIC vice president and senior fellow Lande Ajose for a conversation with state and local leaders about the critical role of infrastructure in promoting opportunity, equity, and sustainability for the state’s diverse communities.
event COVID in California: What Have We Learned about Education? Mar 29, 2022 This March marks the two-year anniversary of the first pandemic-related lockdowns in California. We have now endured several waves of the virus and faced numerous, shifting challenges. What lessons have emerged in the key area of K–12 education? How can we move forward and address major concerns still facing California? Join PPIC vice president and senior fellow Lande Ajose in a wide-ranging discussion with Tony Thurmond, California State Superintendent of Public Instruction.
event Equity in Voter Turnout after Pandemic Election Changes Mar 3, 2022 To maintain voting access during the pandemic, California shifted to universal vote-by-mail for the 2020 general election, while some counties consolidated their polling places. PPIC researcher Eric McGhee will present findings from a new report on the sometimes-contradictory impact of these changes, and a panel of experts will discuss how reforms affected turnout, especially among young voters and voters of color.
event Statewide Survey: Californians and Their Government Feb 3, 2022 In our February survey, PPIC examines Californians’ attitudes around COVID-19, their personal finances, and the state’s economic situation. The survey also explores approval ratings for Governor Newsom and President Biden along with sentiment about the state of the state, the state of the nation, and the state of democracy. Survey analyst Deja Thomas presents key findings and discusses takeaways with associate survey director Dean Bonner.
event A Conversation with Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti Jan 24, 2022 Mayor Garcetti will talk with PPIC vice president and senior fellow Lande Ajose about major challenges facing California and its largest city and county—including infrastructure, housing and homelessness, and climate change—and how state and local leaders can help pave the way to a more prosperous, equitable, and sustainable future in 2022 and beyond.
event A Conversation with Chief Justice of California Tani G. Cantil-Sakauye Oct 21, 2021 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 brought on by the pandemic and the opportunities for reform created during this unprecedented time.
event California’s 2021 Recall Election Sep 2, 2021 Californians are already casting mail-in ballots in a special election on the recall and replacement of Governor Gavin Newsom. How did we get here, and what is at stake for California? A panel of top political journalists will talk about the recall process and explore the implications of the election and its outcome.
event Vote-by-Mail and Voter Turnout in the Pandemic Election Apr 14, 2021 Many states changed their policies to increase voting by mail and reduce the risk from COVID-19 during the 2020 election. In California, officials took extra steps to facilitate vote-by-mail and accommodate in-person voting.
event A Conversation with Secretary of State Shirley Weber Apr 8, 2021 California’s new Secretary of State Dr. Shirley N. Weber will join PPIC president and CEO Mark Baldassare in a wide-ranging conversation about voting, leadership, and the importance of representation.
event Statewide Survey: Californians and Their Government Apr 1, 2021 PPIC’s latest survey examines Californians’ views of efforts to recall Governor Newsom, state budget priorities, and housing affordability. It also gauges support for the federal stimulus package and for a path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants.
