PPIC MARCH BULLETIN
Monthly news from the Public Policy Institute of California

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FEATURED ISSUE
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Labor Force Participation in California
California’s labor force participation is shrinking, mainly due to an aging population. How can California remove barriers to work, boost participation while addressing gaps across demographic groups, and build a strong workforce?
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NEW PUBLICATIONS
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PPIC Statewide Survey: Californians and Their Government
Schiff, Porter, and Garvey lead in the top-two primary for the US Senate; majorities see the situation at the US-Mexico border as a major problem.
Mark Baldassare, Dean Bonner, Lauren Mora, and Deja Thomas
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Floods in California
More than seven million California residents live in areas at risk of flooding, and risks are growing. Improvements in land use planning, insurance, and flood management can help.
Jeffrey Mount, Gokce Sencan, and Letitia Grenier
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Sea Level Rise in California
Sea levels are rising, and Californians are already feeling the impact. Adaptation will require collaboration, coordination, and working with nature to find solutions.
Letitia Grenier and Gokce Sencan
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ON OUR BLOG
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Falling Jail Populations Have Eased Overcrowding in Most County Jails
Brandon Martin, Magnus Lofstrom
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Student Homelessness Rises to Pre-Pandemic Levels
Brett Guinan, Julien Lafortune
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Where Are Californians Going When They Leave the Golden State?
Eric McGhee, Hans Johnson
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California’s Economy—Past, Present, and Future
Sarah Bohn
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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Do Registration Reforms Add New Voters or Keep Californians Registered?
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
PPIC researcher Eric McGhee will present a report that outlines how recent registration reforms have increased or maintained the voter rolls, and he and report co-author Mindy Romero will discuss efforts needed to improve voter engagement.
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Spotlight on Rural California
Thursday, March 21, 2024
Rural California faces unique challenges, from high poverty to a lingering digital divide. How are these challenges being addressed? Join Tani Cantil-Sakauye, PPIC president and CEO, in conversation with James Gallagher, assembly Republican leader, and an expert panel.
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RECENT EVENTS
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Labor Force Participation in California
February 27, 2024
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PPIC Statewide Survey: Californians and Their Government
February 23, 2024
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California’s Economic Future
February 14, 2024
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NOW HIRING: DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT
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Would you like to join our team? PPIC is seeking a director of development to lead our fundraising efforts and help advance our work in informing and improving public policy in California.

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