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August 13, 2020 at 7:58 PM

Virtual Event Sept. 3 – Making the Most of Water for the Environment

Virtual Event Sept. 3 – Making the Most of Water for the Environment Join us on 9/3 for a presentation and discussion of new PPIC research. Making the Most of Water for the Environment Event details Thursday, September 3, 2020 11:00 a…

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August 12, 2020 at 9:09 PM

Video: A Conversation with Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi

Speaker Pelosi joins PPIC’s Mark Baldassare to discuss the federal government’s role in addressing the health and economic effects of the COVID-19 pan...   Video: A Conversation with Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi Speaker Pelosi joins PPIC’s Mark Bald…

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August 11, 2020 at 10:22 PM

Shorter Timeline Threatens Census Count

As the in-person follow-up phase of Census 2020 gets underway, COVID-19 and an earlier-than-expected deadline pose challenges for ensuring a complete...   Shorter Timeline Threatens Census Count As the in-person follow-up phase of Census 2020 gets underw…

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August 10, 2020 at 7:58 PM

Virtual Event August 14 – A Conversation with Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond

Virtual Event August 14 – A Conversation with Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond Join us on 8/14 for a discussion about California's future. 2020 Speaker Series on California’s Future A Conversation with Superintendent of Public In…

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August 10, 2020 at 5:25 PM

Groundwater Sustainability Moves from Planning to Implementation

The completion of groundwater sustainability plans for the state’s most over-pumped basins was a major step toward bringing basins into long-term bala...   Groundwater Sustainability Moves from Planning to Implementation The completion of groundwater sus…

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August 7, 2020 at 8:08 PM

How COVID-19 Could Deepen California’s Housing Crisis

Increased unemployment due to the pandemic could boost the number of Californians at risk of being evicted from their home.   How COVID-19 Could Deepen California’s Housing Crisis Increased unemployment due to the pandemic could boost the number of Calif…

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August 7, 2020 at 4:59 PM

August Bulletin -- Californians and the Environment

August Bulletin -- Californians and the Environment PPIC’s latest survey examines Californians’ views on environmental issues and other topics. Featured Issue Californians and the Environment Even as California confronts the COVID-19 pan…

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August 6, 2020 at 11:49 PM

More Uncertainty Ahead for California’s Unemployed

Congress is now deliberating over unemployment insurance benefits. Who are the California workers receiving this support?   More Uncertainty Ahead for California’s Unemployed Congress is now deliberating over unemployment insurance benefits. Who are the …

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August 6, 2020 at 7:29 PM

Virtual Event August 7 – A Conversation with California Senate President pro Tempore Toni Atkins

Virtual Event August 7 – A Conversation with California Senate President pro Tempore Toni Atkins Join us on 8/7 for a discussion about California's future. 2020 Speaker Series on California’s Future A Conversation with California Senate President …

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August 6, 2020 at 5:00 PM

Improving K–12 School Facilities in California

Improving K–12 School Facilities in California When in-person classes resume, cleanliness and safety will be paramount. Improving K–12 School Facilities in California Niu Gao, Julien Lafortune Amid a statewide spike in coronavir…

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August 6, 2020 at 4:17 PM

Video: Californians and the Environment

PPIC’s Mark Baldassare and Alyssa Dykman discuss a new statewide survey that examines Californians’ views on climate change, energy policy, and other...   Video: Californians and the Environment PPIC’s Mark Baldassare and Alyssa Dykman discuss a new stat…

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August 5, 2020 at 8:28 PM

Race and Ethnicity Matter in Californians’ Views on Environmental Disparities

Communities of color are more concerned about environmental hazards than whites—and more willing to make lifestyle changes to address global warming.   Race and Ethnicity Matter in Californians’ Views on Environmental Disparities Communities of color are…

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August 4, 2020 at 7:57 PM

Virtual Event – August 5 – A Conversation with Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi

Virtual Event – August 5 – A Conversation with Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi Join us on 8/5 for a discussion about California's future. 2020 Speaker Series on California’s Future A Conversation with Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi …

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August 4, 2020 at 5:00 PM

Virtual Event August 7 – A Conversation with California Senate President pro Tempore Toni Atkins

Virtual Event August 7 – A Conversation with California Senate President pro Tempore Toni Atkins Join us on 8/7 for a discussion about California's future. 2020 Speaker Series on California’s Future A Conversation with California Senate President …

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August 3, 2020 at 9:28 PM

Virtual Event – August 5 – A Conversation with Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi

Virtual Event – August 5 – A Conversation with Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi Join us on 8/5 for a discussion about California's future. 2020 Speaker Series on California’s Future A Conversation with Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi …

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August 3, 2020 at 6:59 PM

Virtual Event August 14 – A Conversation with Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond

Virtual Event August 14 – A Conversation with Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond Join us on 8/14 for a discussion about California's future. 2020 Speaker Series on California’s Future A Conversation with Superintendent of Public In…

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August 3, 2020 at 6:28 PM

The Virus Detectives: Tracking COVID-19 in Bay Area Wastewater

Public health officials are struggling to keep up with testing and monitoring of COVID-19. Wastewater can provide a window into outbreaks. We talked t...   The Virus Detectives: Tracking COVID-19 in Bay Area Wastewater Public health officials are struggl…

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July 31, 2020 at 7:14 PM

Widespread Worry, Racial/Ethnic Disparities as COVID-19 Surges

As the number of coronavirus cases in California continues to rise, health and financial concerns are especially high among Latino residents.   Widespread Worry, Racial/Ethnic Disparities as COVID-19 Surges As the number of coronavirus cases in Californi…

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July 30, 2020 at 10:46 PM

Virtual Event August 7 – A Conversation with California Senate President pro Tempore Toni Atkins

Virtual Event August 7 – A Conversation with California Senate President pro Tempore Toni Atkins Join us on 8/7 for a discussion about California's future. 2020 Speaker Series on California’s Future A Conversation with California Senate President …

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July 30, 2020 at 9:07 PM

Two in Three Californians Support Black Lives Matter

A strong majority supports the Black Lives Matter movement, and most Californians view the criminal justice system as biased against African Americans...   Two in Three Californians Support Black Lives Matter A strong majority supports the Black Lives Ma…

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July 30, 2020 at 5:01 PM

Statewide Survey: Californians and the Environment

Statewide Survey: Californians and the Environment Californians approve of state climate change policies and believe pollution is a serious threat. Statewide Survey: Californians and the Environment Mark Baldassare, Dean Bonner, Alyssa Dykman, Ra…

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July 29, 2020 at 10:09 PM

College Plans during COVID-19

An overwhelming majority of California’s colleges and universities plan to operate primarily online or with a hybrid approach this fall, and most stud...   College Plans during COVID-19 An overwhelming majority of California’s colleges and universities p…

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July 28, 2020 at 8:06 PM

Video: New Realities for Higher Education

California’s public higher education leaders—UC’s Janet Napolitano, California Community Colleges’ Eloy Ortiz Oakley, and CSU’s Timothy White—discuss...   Video: New Realities for Higher Education California’s public higher education leaders—UC’s Janet N…

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July 28, 2020 at 6:00 PM

Virtual Event July 30 – Statewide Survey: Californians and the Environment

Virtual Event July 30 – Statewide Survey: Californians and the Environment Join us on 7/30 for a presentation and discussion of PPIC's latest survey. Statewide Survey: Californians and the Environment Thursday, July 30, 2020 11:00 a.m. …

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July 27, 2020 at 5:27 PM

Forging Connections to Provide Safe Drinking Water

Providing reliable drinking water is a challenge for many small systems in the San Joaquin Valley. We talked to Laura Ramos and Sarge Green of Fresno...   Forging Connections to Provide Safe Drinking Water Providing reliable drinking water is a challenge…

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July 24, 2020 at 4:42 PM

Down to the Wire on Unemployment Benefits

As Congress considers action on the soon-to-expire supplemental unemployment benefit, California is expected to face high unemployment and other econo...   Down to the Wire on Unemployment Benefits As Congress considers action on the soon-to-expire suppl…

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July 23, 2020 at 7:59 PM

Virtual Event August 14 – A Conversation with Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond

Virtual Event August 14 – A Conversation with Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond Join us on 8/14 for a discussion about California's future. 2020 Speaker Series on California’s Future A Conversation with Superintendent of Public In…

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July 22, 2020 at 9:38 PM

Schools Adjusting to the Pandemic May Also Be Affected by Wildfire Season

As school districts across California face closures during COVID-19, schools in some parts of the state could experience further disruption due to wil...   Schools Adjusting to the Pandemic May Also Be Affected by Wildfire Season As school districts acro…

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July 21, 2020 at 9:09 PM

Hidden Risk of Domestic Violence during COVID-19

Although police reports of domestic violence do not seem to have increased during shelter-in-place, data from hotlines and service providers suggest a...   Hidden Risk of Domestic Violence during COVID-19 Although police reports of domestic violence do n…

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July 20, 2020 at 6:25 PM

High and Rising: Flood Risk in California Grows

As the climate warms, California storms are getting more intense—adding to the state’s already high flood risk. Developing a better understanding of c...   High and Rising: Flood Risk in California Grows As the climate warms, California storms are gettin…

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July 17, 2020 at 9:33 PM

Rising Hospitalizations Could Exacerbate Disparities for Latinos

Increased rates of hospitalization for COVID-19 in California, especially in the San Joaquin Valley and Southern California, could take a disproportio...   Rising Hospitalizations Could Exacerbate Disparities for Latinos Increased rates of hospitalizatio…

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July 16, 2020 at 5:12 PM

Addressing the Outbreak in San Quentin: Lessons from 1918

Outbreaks in California prisons during the Spanish flu epidemic could inform how to address the current COVID-19 spread in San Quentin.   Addressing the Outbreak in San Quentin: Lessons from 1918 Outbreaks in California prisons during the Spanish flu epi…

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July 15, 2020 at 9:18 PM

International Students Play a Critical Role in Higher Education

In addition to bringing a diverse set of skills and perspectives, international students contribute significantly to the fiscal health of California’s...   International Students Play a Critical Role in Higher Education In addition to bringing a diverse …

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July 14, 2020 at 8:09 PM

Enrollment Changes May Create Winners and Losers in K–12 Budget Deal

Because the new state budget funds school districts based on enrollment from the prior year, growing districts could receive less funding per student...   Enrollment Changes May Create Winners and Losers in K–12 Budget Deal Because the new state budget f…

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July 14, 2020 at 4:58 PM

Virtual Event July 17 – New Realities for Higher Education

Virtual Event July 17 – New Realities for Higher Education Join us on 7/17 for a discussion about California's future. Sutton Family Speaker Series New Realities for Higher Education Friday, July 17, 2020 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ONLINE…

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July 13, 2020 at 5:08 PM

How Permitting Slows Ecosystem Recovery and Climate Resilience Projects

California’s complex permitting process slows efforts to restore ecosystems at a time when healthy natural systems are needed more than ever. We talke...   How Permitting Slows Ecosystem Recovery and Climate Resilience Projects California’s complex permi…

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July 10, 2020 at 9:17 PM

UC and CSU Face Budget Challenges

The University of California and California State University face significant revenue loss this year and may see further cuts in the coming years.   UC and CSU Face Budget Challenges The University of California and California State University face signi…

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July 8, 2020 at 9:28 PM

Lack of Plumbing Makes Fighting COVID-19 Difficult

For some Californians, lack of reliable access to running water is a barrier to regular handwashing and other means of reducing coronavirus spread.   Lack of Plumbing Makes Fighting COVID-19 Difficult For some Californians, lack of reliable access to run…

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July 8, 2020 at 5:00 PM

Virtual Event July 17 – New Realities for Higher Education

Virtual Event July 17 – New Realities for Higher Education Join us on 7/17 for a discussion about California's future. Sutton Family Speaker Series New Realities for Higher Education Friday, July 17, 2020 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ONLINE…

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July 7, 2020 at 11:05 PM

Video: Proposition 47 and Racial Disparities in California

PPIC’s Brandon Martin presents new research on how Prop 47 has narrowed racial inequities in criminal justice outcomes—though much work remains. An ex...   Video: Proposition 47 and Racial Disparities in California PPIC’s Brandon Martin presents new rese…

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July 7, 2020 at 5:58 PM

July Bulletin -- Prop 47 and Racial Disparities

July Bulletin -- Prop 47 and Racial Disparities A new PPIC report looks at the effects of Prop 47, approved by voters in 2014. Featured Issue Prop 47 and Racial Disparities Proposition 47, the 2014 ballot measure that reclassified ce…

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July 6, 2020 at 5:32 PM

Commentary: Improving Forest Health Can Build Jobs, Economies in Rural California

Putting Californians to work improving the health of the state’s headwater forests would boost economic recovery and reduce wildfire risk.   Commentary: Improving Forest Health Can Build Jobs, Economies in Rural California Putting Californians to work im…

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June 30, 2020 at 11:19 PM

What Ohio’s COVID-19 Outbreaks Can Teach California Prisons

With an outbreak at San Quentin highlighting the threat posed by COVID-19, the experiences of Ohio prisons could provide lessons for California.   What Ohio’s COVID-19 Outbreaks Can Teach California Prisons With an outbreak at San Quentin highlighting th…

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June 29, 2020 at 7:58 PM

Virtual Event July 1 – Proposition 47 and Racial Disparities in California

Virtual Event July 1 – Proposition 47 and Racial Disparities in California Join us on 7/1 for a presentation and discussion of new PPIC research. Proposition 47 and Racial Disparities in California Wednesday, July 1, 2020 11:00 a.m. to …

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June 29, 2020 at 5:31 PM

Growing Damages from Wildfires Burn the Insurance Industry

Devastating fires in recent years have roiled the insurance industry. We talked to Rex Frazier of the Personal Insurance Federation of California abou...   Growing Damages from Wildfires Burn the Insurance Industry Devastating fires in recent years have …

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June 26, 2020 at 8:15 PM

School Closures Hamper Monitoring of Child Welfare

School closures due to COVID-19 mean that educators are not able to play their critical role in monitoring students’ health, safety, and overall well-...   School Closures Hamper Monitoring of Child Welfare School closures due to COVID-19 mean that educa…

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June 25, 2020 at 11:28 PM

Are California’s Jobs Rebounding?

Job losses across the state’s economy have leveled off, but California still has among the highest unemployment rates in the nation.   Are California’s Jobs Rebounding? Job losses across the state’s economy have leveled off, but California still has amon…

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June 25, 2020 at 8:02 PM

Virtual Event July 17 – New Realities for Higher Education

Virtual Event July 17 – New Realities for Higher Education Join us on 7/17 for a discussion about California's future. Sutton Family Speaker Series New Realities for Higher Education Friday, July 17, 2020 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ONLINE…

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June 24, 2020 at 7:58 PM

Virtual Event July 1 – Proposition 47 and Racial Disparities in California

Virtual Event July 1 – Proposition 47 and Racial Disparities in California Join us on 7/1 for a presentation and discussion of new PPIC research. Proposition 47 and Racial Disparities in California Wednesday, July 1, 2020 11:00 a.m. to …

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June 24, 2020 at 6:11 PM

Video: Tackling California’s Homelessness Crisis

Los Angeles County supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas and Sacramento mayor Darrell Steinberg talk with PPIC’s Mark Baldassare about addressing homelessness...   Video: Tackling California’s Homelessness Crisis Los Angeles County supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas …

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