Ethan Handelman

Ethan Handelman studied software engineering at California Polytechnic State University and joined the IVN team in 2025.

New IVP 2026 California Governor Poll: What the Toplines Don’t Tell You

Using verified California voter file data, IVP surveyed high-propensity voters from February 13 through 20. The poll tested first-choice ballot preferences alongside issue intensity on affordability and the cost of living, immigration enforcement, more choice reform, and more.

By Ethan Handelman

February 23, 2026

New IVP 2026 California Governor Poll: What the Toplines Don’t Tell You

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New IVP 2026 California Governor Poll: What the Toplines Don’t Tell You