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

/ 23 Feb 2026

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