The coronavirus outbreak poses a tremendous challenge to California, the nation, and the global community. PPIC’s analyses examine the impacts of COVID-19 and how policy choices and other actions can help address them.
From our blog
The Economic Toll of COVID-19 on Self-Employed Workers
Gig workers and independent contractors work in sectors that have been especially hard hit by the current downturn. Learn More
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A Conversation with California Senate President pro Tempore Toni Atkins
August 7 2020
California is forging a path through the COVID-19 pandemic and resulting economic upheaval. These dual crises are exacerbating disparities in the state and adding urgency to a long-overdue reckoning with racial justice. California Senate President pro Tempore Toni Atkins will join PPIC’s Mark Baldassare for a wide-ranging conversation about challenges facing the state and the role of leadership in difficult times.
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A Conversation with Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi
August 5 2020
California and the nation remain in the grip of a worldwide pandemic while also dealing with tremendous economic upheaval and social unrest. What are the most critical actions that leaders can take at this time? How can the state and federal government work together more effectively to address these generational challenges?
Blog Post
The Virus Detectives: Tracking COVID-19 in Bay Area Wastewater
August 3 2020
Public health officials are struggling to keep up with testing and monitoring of COVID-19. Wastewater can provide a window into outbreaks. We talked to Eileen White of EBMUD about the agency’s role in tracking the spread of the virus.
Blog Post
Widespread Worry, Racial/Ethnic Disparities as COVID-19 Surges
July 31 2020
As the number of coronavirus cases in California continues to rise, health and financial concerns are especially high among Latino residents.
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Statewide Survey: Californians and the Environment
July 30 2020
PPIC’s annual statewide survey on Californians and the environment tracks opinions on California’s ocean and coastal conditions, wildfires, climate change and energy policy, and water policy. It also examines views on the COVID-19 outbreak, racial inequity, and the role of the environment in the November election.