Public Policy Institute of California

✨JUST RELEASED✨ 🆕 #PPICsurvey: 5️⃣ candidates for #governor are in a virtual tie heading into the primary this June. Also, views on affordability, raising taxes on the wealthiest Californians + more. full report ⬇️ bit.ly/4r7ohE4

#FactFriday: The past two decades have been exceptionally warm and dry, making droughts more intense and reducing snowpack. “Snow droughts” make it harder to manage reservoirs for water supply and hydropower generation. More in this @PPICWater fact sheet: bit.ly/3qKyLN9

Rates of chronic absenteeism in California still haven’t returned to pre-pandemic levels, according to a March fact sheet by the Public Policy Institute of California (@PPICNotes) that gives an overview of the latest data and implications for student achievement. Check out a recap: blog.csba.org/chronic-absent…

Uncertainty has been a hallmark of California’s post-pandemic economy, with inflation, a labor market slowdown, and major shifts in federal economic policy. How are Californians viewing their own finances amidst this uncertainty? We take a look 👇 bit.ly/47Y2QOL

Longstanding equity gaps in college completion persist. Asian (83%) and white (74%) students are significantly more likely to graduate within six years compared to their Latino (62%) and Black (50%) peers. Learn more in our fact sheet 👉 bit.ly/4ekMKzA

📡 LIVE NOW: @LorenaSGonzalez(@CaliforniaLabor), @lance_hastings (@cmta), and PPIC's @sbohnHQ answer audience questions. Have a question for the speakers? Submit them to PPICeventquestions@gmail.com Tune in: bit.ly/3PiSiU1

💻 WATCH NOW: @LorenaSGonzalez(@CaliforniaLabor), @lance_hastings (@cmta), and PPIC's @sbohnHQ discuss #AI and how it will impact the #CAeconomy and labor market. Tune in: bit.ly/3PiSiU1

📺 TUNE IN: @LorenaSGonzalez(@CaliforniaLabor), @lance_hastings (@cmta), and PPIC's @sbohnHQ discuss #affordability and what that looks like in #California. Watch: bit.ly/3PiSiU1

📺 TUNE IN: @LorenaSGonzalez(@CaliforniaLabor), @lance_hastings (@cmta), and PPIC's @sbohnHQ are diving into what they believe are the strengths of the #CAeconomy and what keeps them up at night. Watch the conversation 👇 bit.ly/3PiSiU1

📺 LIVE: Our conversation with @LorenaSGonzalez (@CaliforniaLabor), @lance_hastings (@cmta), and PPIC's @sbohnHQhas has begun! Watch it live here: bit.ly/3PiSiU1 Have a question for the speakers? Submit them to PPICeventquestions@gmail.com.

WATCH: Taking the Pulse of California’s Economy feat. @LorenaSGonzalez (@CaliforniaLabor),@lance_hastings (@cmta), and PPIC's @sbohnHQ. bit.ly/3PiSiU1

STARTING IN 10 MINS: Our conversation on California's economic future is almost here! Featuring voices from labor, business & policy. #PPICevents #CAeconomy #affordability Learn more: bit.ly/4aP7e4D

STARTING SOON: How can California build an economy that works for everyone? PPIC's President and CEO, Tani Cantil-Sakauye, leads a timely discussion with @LorenaSGonzalez(@CaliforniaLabor), @lance_hastings (@cmta), and PPIC's @sbohnHQ. Learn more: bit.ly/4aP7e4D

STARTING IN 1 HR: Join us for "Taking the Pulse of California's Economy"—a conversation on how CA leaders can promote an economy that benefits all residents. 🔗Learn more and register: bit.ly/4aP7e4D

This event is happening today at noon - tune in!

🗳️ #California has transformed how residents #register & #vote. Learn more in these 2️⃣ PPIC reports👇 🔹 Do Registration Reforms Add New Voters or Keep Californians Registered?: bit.ly/3IqZkPR 🔸 How the Voter’s Choice Act Changed Turnout in CA: bit.ly/3IF8lZ5

TOMORROW: CA is a global economic powerhouse—but big challenges remain. How can leaders build an economy that benefits all? Join @LorenaSGonzalez (@CaliforniaLabor), @lance_hastings (@cmta), and PPIC's @sbohnHQ for a conversation. Learn more: bit.ly/4aP7e4D

Our latest report finds 1M fewer stops mean fewer searches, detentions, handcuffing, & use of weapons, reducing risk for officers & the community. However, potential impacts of reduced stops on crime & road safety warrant consideration. Full report: bit.ly/3OMkvCo

#MediCal and #Medicare are cornerstones of California’s #healthcare system. Learn more about it in our 2️⃣ fact sheets 👇 🏥 CA's Health Care Safety Net: bit.ly/3qiI1Yz 🩺 Public Health Insurance in CA: bit.ly/3y6TI7N

TUNE IN: The report authors answer audience questions! Send ❔s for the speakers to PPICeventquestions@gmail.com. 📝Report: bit.ly/4utrIro 📺 Event 👇 bit.ly/3Pa8Jls

💻 WATCH NOW: PPIC's Magnus Lofstrom and Brandon Martin discuss key takeaways from a report that breaks down the latest data on law enforcement stops, searches, and outcomes by race. 📝Report: bit.ly/4utrIro 📺 Event 👇 bit.ly/3Pa8Jls