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Goods Inflation Declining, Services Rising; Federal, State Labor Markets Still Strong

Overview The pace of economic growth continues to moderate, primarily driven by a slower pace of consumption, which accounts for about two­-thirds of gross domestic...

CalChamber Public Affairs Conference Offers Insights on Political Landscape

Legislators, policy experts and opinion leaders gathered at the CalChamber Public Affairs Conference on November 29–30 to share insights on the 2022 election results...

Voters’ Unease on Crime, Homelessness Colors Views of Future

Based on the CalChamber poll’s findings, it is safe to say that economic concerns are at the root of voter anxiety in California. But...

Drought Relief Top Priority for Voters; Climate Change Costs a Concern

Along with the economy, top of mind for voters is the drought, according to the CalChamber People’s Voice poll. By a 4 to 1 margin,...

CalChamber Poll: Voters Maintain Support for Proposition 13, Increase Support for Improving Resolution of Labor Litigation

Voters have strong opinions about issues affecting the state’s economy and their personal well-being, as shown in the People’s Voice, 2022 CalChamber poll. A bedrock...

Congress Moves Quickly to Avert Railroad Strike

Congress is moving swiftly to prevent a rail strike between the major freight railroads and 12 labor unions. On November 30, the U.S. House of...