blog post Most Support California’s Leadership in Climate Change Policy By Rachel Lawler, Deja Thomas Nov 3, 2021 A majority of Californians believe that climate change has contributed to droughts and wildfires, and seven in ten value the state’s leadership on climate change.
blog post How Are Renters Faring as California’s Eviction Ban Ends? By Hans Johnson Sep 30, 2021 About one in seven adult renters in California report being behind in rent, a share that has changed little over the course of the pandemic.
Report Advancing Ecosystem Restoration with Smarter Permitting By Letitia Grenier, Stephanie Panlasigui, Crissy Pickett, Gokce Sencan Aug 16, 2021 California’s ecosystems are vital to the state’s economy and wellbeing, yet they’re in dire health. Large-scale restoration is needed, and implementing smarter permitting can help.
blog post California’s High Housing Costs Increase Poverty By Patricia Malagon, Caroline Danielson Aug 13, 2021 Many families across the state struggle to afford housing, and periods of rising home prices—such as the pandemic recession—can pose a particularly large challenge.
Fact Sheet Access to Safe Drinking Water in California By Caitrin Chappelle, Joy Collins, Ellen Hanak Apr 2, 2021 Not every Californian has access to safe and reliable drinking water. Small communities relying on groundwater are most likely to have chronic water quality problems.
blog post Addressing Water Affordability in Urban California By Caitrin Chappelle Nov 30, 2020 In the midst of the pandemic and recession, the cost of delivering safe drinking water continues to rise across California. We talked to Robert Shaver of the California Urban Water Agencies about this issue.
press release Voters Remain Divided on “Split Roll” Property Tax; Reinstating Affirmative Action Still Trails Oct 21, 2020
blog post Changing Views of Police and Race Relations By Mark Baldassare, Dean Bonner, Alyssa Dykman, Rachel Lawler Sep 22, 2020 Californians’ views on police treatment and race relations have shifted in the wake of nationwide protests over police brutality and systemic racism, but perspectives vary by race/ethnicity, political affiliation, region, and other factors.
blog post Renter Protections and Foreclosure Risk in the Era of COVID-19 By Daniel Tan Sep 17, 2020 The pandemic has increased the risk of housing instability for many Californians. Recent state action aims to protect renters from eviction, but relief has been more limited for homeowners who could face foreclosure.
blog post Video: How Greater Vote-by-Mail Influences California Voter Turnout By Stephanie Barton Sep 16, 2020 Researchers Eric McGhee and Mindy Romero discuss their analysis of what expanded mail voting could mean for voter turnout this November and beyond.