event Statewide Survey: Californians and the Future Dec 2, 2014 About the ProgramPPIC's latest survey looks at Californians' views of the future of their state—both near– and long–term. It touches on the post–election landscape, including the state budget and water policy. It also examines opinions on tax extensions, health care, higher education, and climate change. PPIC associate survey director Dean Bonner will highlight the findings, followed by a wide-ranging panel discussion on the most pressing issues facing the Golden State. The survey was funded by the Blue Shield of California Foundation, the California Postsecondary Education Commission Foundation, The San Francisco Foundation, and the S. D. Bechtel, Jr. Foundation.
event A Conversation with California’s New Legislative Leadership Oct 6, 2014 About the Program What are the most pressing issues the legislature should address in the next session? Assembly Speaker Toni Atkins and Senate President pro Tem–elect Kevin de León will talk about their leadership priorities and why these issues are important to California’s future.
event A Conversation with California’s Secretary of State Candidates Sep 11, 2014 About the Program What can California do to increase participation in elections and improve the process—from registering voters to tallying the votes? California secretary of state candidates Alex Padilla and Pete Peterson will join PPIC President and CEO Mark Baldassare for a conversation about their priorities, if elected to this important statewide office. Please register by September 5. There is no charge to attend, but space is limited. Lunch will be provided. PPIC does not take or support positions on any ballot measure or on any local, state, or federal legislation, nor does it support, endorse, or oppose any political parties or candidates for public office.
event Statewide Survey: Californians and Education Apr 24, 2014 About the Program The 10th annual PPIC Statewide Survey on Californians and Education examines views on two major changes to the state's K–12 system: the Common Core State Standards and the Local Control Funding Formula. It also measures support for universal preschool and tracks opinions of educational quality and state and local school funding. PPIC researcher Sonja Petek will discuss these and other important findings. This study was conducted with funding from the S. D. Bechtel, Jr. Foundation, The Dirk and Charlene Kabcenell Foundation, the Silver Giving Foundation, and the Stuart Foundation. SPEAKER Sonja Petek, research associate, PPIC
event Reforming California’s Initiative Process Oct 24, 2013 About the Program The popularity of California’s initiative process has endured for over a century. But according to a new PPIC report, state residents also believe improvements are needed. A panel of leaders—representing the three branches of state government—will discuss how the process is working and how to respond to the public’s desire for reform. This project is supported with funding from The California Endowment and the S. D. Bechtel, Jr. Foundation.
event Statewide Survey: Californians and Their Government Sep 26, 2013 About the Program PPIC research associate Jui Shrestha will discuss the latest PPIC survey, which examines opinions on the state’s plan to reduce prison overcrowding and concern about other crime and public safety issues. It also gauges attitudes toward fracking regulations and views on a range of federal issues—including marijuana legalization, health care reform, and the U.S. response to Syria. This research is supported with funding from The James Irvine Foundation. SPEAKER Jui Shrestha, research associate, PPIC
event Statewide Survey: Californians and the Environment Aug 2, 2013 About the Program A longtime leader on environmental policy, California is now attempting to reduce the emissions that cause climate change and lessen their effects. What are the major challenges and how do Californians feel about the state’s plans to address them? PPIC research associate Sonja Petek will discuss the latest PPIC survey on Californians and the Environment, which examines perceptions of global warming, levels of support for emission reduction measures, and opinions on a range of energy policy issues.This research is supported with funding from The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation. SPEAKERS Mark Baldassare, president and CEO, PPICSonja Petek, research associate, PPIC
event The James Irvine Foundation Briefing SeriesStatewide Survey: Californians and the Future Dec 6, 2012
