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December 15, 2020 at 6:07 PM

Droughts Aren’t Just About Water Anymore

An increasingly “thirsty atmosphere” in California and the West is influencing drought. We talked to climate scientist Mike Dettinger about this pheno...   Droughts Aren’t Just About Water Anymore An increasingly “thirsty atmosphere” in California and th…

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December 14, 2020 at 9:12 PM

Election Takeaways: California Voters Send Conflicting Signals

Nearly 18 million Californians voted in the November 2020 election—an all-time high. PPIC’s Mark Baldassare discusses the final election results and w...   Election Takeaways: California Voters Send Conflicting Signals Nearly 18 million Californians vote…

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December 14, 2020 at 8:00 PM

Economic opportunity in California

Economic opportunity in California Recent PPIC research and events explore how public policies can increase economic well-being. The longstanding divide between rich and poor is one of the foremost challenges facing California, and the COVID-19 pan…

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December 14, 2020 at 6:01 PM

Join us and help build a brighter tomorrow for California

Join us and help build a brighter tomorrow for California Before the year runs out, support PPIC in our mission to improve public policy in California. Hello John, Before the year is over, please join PPIC in our efforts to improve public policy in Ca…

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December 11, 2020 at 7:50 PM

Broad Support for Job Training and Child Care to Boost Recovery

In the latest PPIC Statewide Survey, most Californians support key policy proposals to increase economic well-being and broaden opportunity.   Broad Support for Job Training and Child Care to Boost Recovery In the latest PPIC Statewide Survey, most Calif…

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December 10, 2020 at 9:08 PM

Federal Action—or Inaction—Will Shape California’s Recovery

State policymakers have many options for helping promote an equitable recovery from the current downturn. But federal policy choices will have an outs...   Federal Action—or Inaction—Will Shape California’s Recovery State policymakers have many options…

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December 10, 2020 at 6:00 PM

Statewide Survey: Californians and Their Economic Well-Being

Statewide Survey: Californians and Their Economic Well-Being Californians see income inequality widening as lower-income households had hours or pay reduced. Statewide Survey: Californians and Their Economic Well-Being Mark Baldassare, Dean Bonne…

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December 9, 2020 at 6:08 PM

Tackling Regional Disparities in Economic Opportunity

Economic opportunity varies across California, and COVID-19 could worsen these disparities. Public policies that aim to increase opportunity should se...   Tackling Regional Disparities in Economic Opportunity Economic opportunity varies across Californi…

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December 8, 2020 at 8:07 PM

The Economic Toll of COVID-19 on Women

The current downturn has created a gender divide in un- and underemployment in California, with an especially large impact on low-income women and wom...   The Economic Toll of COVID-19 on Women The current downturn has created a gender divide in un- and…

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December 8, 2020 at 5:59 PM

Income Inequality and Economic Opportunity in California

Income Inequality and Economic Opportunity in California Without deliberate policy action, this recession threatens to worsen income inequality. Income Inequality and Economic Opportunity in California Sarah Bohn, Dean Bonner, Julien Lafortune, Te…

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December 7, 2020 at 8:38 PM

Will This Recession Deepen California’s Economic Divide?

The current downturn is having a disproportionate impact on low-income Californians and communities of color. Deliberate policy action can help create...   Will This Recession Deepen California’s Economic Divide? The current downturn is having a dispropo…

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December 7, 2020 at 5:59 PM

Virtual Event December 10 – A Conversation with Cabinet Secretary Ana Matosantos

Virtual Event December 10 – A Conversation with Cabinet Secretary Ana Matosantos Join us on 12/10 for a discussion about California's future. 2020 Speaker Series on California’s Future A Conversation with Cabinet Secretary Ana Matosantos …

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December 4, 2020 at 10:18 PM

What Lessons Can Be Learned from Project Roomkey?

Project Roomkey has provided emergency housing to more than 22,000 people experiencing homelessness amid the pandemic. Examining its impact, including...   What Lessons Can Be Learned from Project Roomkey? Project Roomkey has provided emergency housing t…

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December 4, 2020 at 8:59 PM

Virtual Event December 8 – Income Inequality and Economic Opportunity in California

Virtual Event December 8 – Income Inequality and Economic Opportunity in California Join us on 12/8 for a presentation and discussion of new PPIC research. Income Inequality and Economic Opportunity in California Tuesday, December 8, 20…

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December 4, 2020 at 5:58 PM

The Importance of CalFresh and CalWORKs in Children’s Early Years

The Importance of CalFresh and CalWORKs in Children’s Early Years About half of young children in California receive support from CalFresh, CalWORKs, or both. The Importance of CalFresh and CalWORKs in Children’s Early Years Caroline Danielson, Te…

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December 3, 2020 at 11:06 PM

Racial Disparities in California Law Enforcement Stops

According to the latest data for California’s largest law enforcement agencies, the reasons for officer stops vary by agency type and across racial gr...   Racial Disparities in California Law Enforcement Stops According to the latest data for California…

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December 3, 2020 at 7:00 PM

December Bulletin -- Building a Water-Resilient California

December Bulletin -- Building a Water-Resilient California A three-day virtual conference discussed key water policy issues facing California. Featured Issue Building a Water-Resilient California In light of major disruptions from the pa…

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December 3, 2020 at 6:09 PM

How Is the Pandemic Affecting California’s Independent, Nonprofit Colleges?

COVID-19 has created a number of disruptions for higher education institutions. We talked with Kristen Soares, president of the Association of Indepen...   How Is the Pandemic Affecting California’s Independent, Nonprofit Colleges? COVID-19 has created a…

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December 2, 2020 at 8:29 PM

Virtual Event December 8 – Income Inequality and Economic Opportunity in California

Virtual Event December 8 – Income Inequality and Economic Opportunity in California Join us on 12/8 for a presentation and discussion of new PPIC research. Income Inequality and Economic Opportunity in California Tuesday, December 8, 20…

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December 2, 2020 at 6:31 PM

Virtual Event December 10 – A Conversation with Cabinet Secretary Ana Matosantos

Virtual Event December 10 – A Conversation with Cabinet Secretary Ana Matosantos Join us on 12/10 for a discussion about California's future. 2020 Speaker Series on California’s Future A Conversation with Cabinet Secretary Ana Matosantos …

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December 1, 2020 at 6:02 PM

We can’t do our work without you

Support a rigorous, objective, fact-based approach to public policy by making a tax-deductible donation to PPIC.   PPIC’s work has never felt more relevant or necessary. We are providing objective facts and information to help build a brighter fut…

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November 30, 2020 at 8:16 PM

Addressing Water Affordability in Urban California

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...   Addressing Water Affordability in Urban California In the midst of the pandemic and recession, the…

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November 25, 2020 at 6:17 PM

Better Days for California’s Labor Market, but Will They Last?

The California job market has recovered faster than the nation, with sectors hit hardest by the pandemic leading growth, but over a million workers re...   Better Days for California’s Labor Market, but Will They Last? The California job market has recov…

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November 24, 2020 at 9:23 PM

Video: A New Era of Student Access at California’s Community Colleges

An expert panel discusses new PPIC research showing that broader access to transfer-level courses at community colleges increased student success and...   Video: A New Era of Student Access at California’s Community Colleges An expert panel discusses new…

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November 23, 2020 at 7:42 PM

Video: Building a Water-Resilient California

What are key California water priorities for the coming year, in light of ongoing disruptions from the pandemic, the recession, lingering drought, and...   Video: Building a Water-Resilient California What are key California water priorities for the comi…

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November 20, 2020 at 9:52 PM

More California Students Are Getting Live Instruction, but Gaps Remain

The share of K¬–12 students receiving live instruction this fall is slightly higher than in the spring. However, notable equity gaps—by income, parent...   More California Students Are Getting Live Instruction, but Gaps Remain The share of K¬–12 students…

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November 19, 2020 at 11:56 PM

Testimony: Getting to Graduation on Time at California State University

PPIC’s Jacob Jackson testified before the Select Committee on Student Success on increasing the share of CSU students who graduate in four years by en...   Testimony: Getting to Graduation on Time at California State University PPIC’s Jacob Jackson testi…

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November 19, 2020 at 6:52 PM

Where California Stands with Women in the Legislature

Following the 2020 election, women will account for about one-third of California’s state legislators—as they did before the election. This is a small...   Where California Stands with Women in the Legislature Following the 2020 election, women will acco…

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November 19, 2020 at 6:02 PM

A New Era of Student Access at California’s Community Colleges

A New Era of Student Access at California’s Community Colleges A landmark law has transformed student access and success in transfer-level courses. A New Era of Student Access at California’s Community Colleges Marisol Cuellar Mejia, Olga Rodrigue…

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November 18, 2020 at 7:32 PM

Testimony: Increasing Community College Transfers

In testimony for the Regents of the University of California, PPIC’s Hans Johnson discusses progress in increasing community college transfers and way...   Testimony: Increasing Community College Transfers In testimony for the Regents of the University o…

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November 16, 2020 at 6:29 PM

New Laws Address Water Affordability and Wildfire Risks

The pandemic and recession forced tough decisions in Sacramento this year. Despite challenging circumstances, several high-priority bills covering saf...   New Laws Address Water Affordability and Wildfire Risks The pandemic and recession forced tough de…

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November 13, 2020 at 7:09 PM

What Can California Prisons Do When Wildfires Close In?

Two in three prisons across the state are near areas of high fire risk. Especially during the pandemic, safely evacuating prisoners and prison workers...   What Can California Prisons Do When Wildfires Close In? Two in three prisons across the state are …

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November 12, 2020 at 10:09 PM

Video: Higher Education and Economic Opportunity in California

An expert panel discusses a new PPIC report on the various economic benefits of a college degree and how California might expand access and completion...   Video: Higher Education and Economic Opportunity in California An expert panel discusses a new PPI…

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November 10, 2020 at 8:34 PM

November Bulletin -- Higher Education and Economic Opportunity in California

November Bulletin -- Higher Education and Economic Opportunity in California A college degree has economic benefits across all demographic groups. Featured Issue Higher Education and Economic Opportunity in California California is well-…

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November 10, 2020 at 6:40 PM

How Might the Supreme Court ACA Case Affect California?

The US Supreme Court today heard a case challenging a key provision of the federal Affordable Care Act (ACA). A ruling that invalidates the ACA—or par...   How Might the Supreme Court ACA Case Affect California? The US Supreme Court today heard a case ch…

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November 10, 2020 at 6:02 PM

Priorities for California’s Water

Priorities for California’s Water Can we turn a disruptive year for California water into an opportunity to build resilience? Priorities for California’s Water Ellen Hanak et al. California’s water landscape was disrupted by th…

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November 9, 2020 at 8:58 PM

Virtual Event November 20 – A New Era of Student Access at California’s Community Colleges

Virtual Event November 20 – A New Era of Student Access at California’s Community Colleges Join us on 11/20 for a presentation and discussion of new PPIC research. A New Era of Student Access at California’s Community Colleges Friday, N…

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November 9, 2020 at 6:14 PM

Making End-of-Life Decisions on Aging Dams

Many of California’s large dams are outliving their functions and even becoming hazardous. We talked to Andrew Rypel of the UC Davis Center for Waters...   Making End-of-Life Decisions on Aging Dams Many of California’s large dams are outliving their fun…

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November 5, 2020 at 5:59 PM

Higher Education and Economic Opportunity in California

Higher Education and Economic Opportunity in California Higher education can help California combat economic and social inequities. Higher Education and Economic Opportunity in California Hans Johnson, Marisol Cuellar Mejia The …

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November 4, 2020 at 10:22 PM

Video: Supporting Student Parents in Community College CalWORKs Programs

PPIC’s Bonnie Brooks and Shannon McConville discuss new research on how programs at California community colleges help support the economic mobility o...   Video: Supporting Student Parents in Community College CalWORKs Programs PPIC’s Bonnie Brooks and …

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November 4, 2020 at 8:59 PM

Virtual Event November 6 – Higher Education and Economic Opportunity in California

Virtual Event November 6 – Higher Education and Economic Opportunity in California Join us on 11/6 for a presentation and discussion of new PPIC research. Higher Education and Economic Opportunity in California Friday, November 6, 2020 …

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November 3, 2020 at 3:56 PM

Election Day and California’s Future

In a year of unprecedented crises, Californians express a high level of enthusiasm about voting, and the state appears on course to set a modern-day r...   Election Day and California’s Future In a year of unprecedented crises, Californians express a hig…

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November 2, 2020 at 6:09 PM

Improving Water Resilience for Cities and Farms with Water Partnerships

The San Joaquin Valley and urban Southern California are worlds apart, yet each face growing water challenges. Water partnerships that take advantage...   Improving Water Resilience for Cities and Farms with Water Partnerships The San Joaquin Valley and …

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October 30, 2020 at 8:51 PM

COVID-19 Altered College Plans for Most Students

The pandemic has caused major disruptions for college students. The impact has been especially large for low-income students, African Americans and La...   COVID-19 Altered College Plans for Most Students The pandemic has caused major disruptions for col…

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October 29, 2020 at 9:06 PM

Supporting Financially Stressed College Students during COVID-19

With California college students facing educational and financial disruptions due to the pandemic, policymakers and campus officials are seeking ways...   Supporting Financially Stressed College Students during COVID-19 With California college students f…

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October 29, 2020 at 5:02 PM

Water Partnerships between Cities and Farms in Southern California and the San Joaquin Valley

Water Partnerships between Cities and Farms in Southern California and the San Joaquin Valley Water partnerships can help secure more reliable supplies for cities and farms. Water Partnerships between Cities and Farms in Southern California and t…

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October 28, 2020 at 9:06 PM

Video: Californians and Their Government

PPIC’s Rachel Lawler and Mark Baldassare discuss a new statewide survey that examines Californians’ views on the top issues facing the state, key Nove...   Video: Californians and Their Government PPIC’s Rachel Lawler and Mark Baldassare discuss a new st…

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October 28, 2020 at 8:00 PM

Virtual Conference – November – Building a Water-Resilient California

Virtual Conference – November – Building a Water-Resilient California Join us in November for a three-day virtual conference. Building a Water-Resilient California Event details November 12, 17, and 19, 2020 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. P…

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October 28, 2020 at 5:02 PM

Virtual Event November 6 – Higher Education and Economic Opportunity in California

Virtual Event November 6 – Higher Education and Economic Opportunity in California Join us on 11/6 for a presentation and discussion of new PPIC research. Higher Education and Economic Opportunity in California Friday, November 6, 2020 …

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October 27, 2020 at 9:07 PM

More Students Have Digital Devices, but Internet Gaps Persist

State investments have increased the share of California students with digital devices at home, but disparities remain when it comes to reliable inter...   More Students Have Digital Devices, but Internet Gaps Persist State investments have increased the…

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