Pacific Research Institute
California
Our Election 2026 Final Predictions
This week, Tim gives his final predictions on some of this year’s biggest races – and also gives his picks for the election’s biggest potential surprises. Next Round is not known for going100 percent in its predictions, so Tim is hoping for a better outcome this election.
California
Going Through All of the Propositions
This year’s ballot is one of the longest ever and one of the most complicated to sift through. To help voters, Tim and Matt this week go through all of the statewide ballot measures and discuss the arguments pro and con for of each of them. If you’re having a ...
Drug Innovation
PRI Warns Proposed COINS Act Rule Could Undermine America’s Medical Innovation Leadership
Yesterday, the Treasury Department issued a proposed rule implementing the Comprehensive Outbound Investment National Security (COINS) Act, which restricts certain U.S. investments in China and other countries of concern. The proposal would expand existing outbound investment restrictions to include biotechnology. Sally C. Pipes, President and CEO of the Pacific Research ...
California
Racy Ads in the Governor’s Race Plus a Look at Down Ballot Races
This week, Tim and Matt explore the controversy over Steve Hilton’s controversial racy ads in the governor’s race. Plus, they take a look at some of the important down ballot races that voters aren’t paying close attention to, but are quite important including the campaign for Secretary of State and ...
California
You’re Next: How Average Families Could Pay the Price from a CA Wealth Tax
This week, Tim is joined by PRI senior fellow in business and economics Dr. Wayne Winegarden to discuss his latest research on how a California wealth tax would jeopardize venture capital investment in the state and set middle class Californians up for inevitable future tax increases.
California
Becerra v. Hilton: Who won the great debate?
This week, Tim and Matt break down the Becerra-Hilton gubernatorial debate. They crown the debate’s big winners and losers, analyze the key moments, share their thoughts on the moderators, and discuss whether the candidates’ performances will have any impact in changing the trajectory of the campaign.
California
Let’s Make a Deal on Paramount
This week, Tim and Matt analyze Attorney General Rob Bonta’s deal on the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger. They also discuss Gov. Newsom’s AI executive order and demand for AI “kill switches” and a new poll showing big trouble for LA Mayor Karen Bass’ re-election campaign.
California
Close Races for Key Statewide Ballot Measures
This week, Tim and Matt discuss the latest statewide poll showing close races for the wealth tax and CEQA reform. They also discuss Gov. Newsom’s statement that he would not challenge Kamala Harris for the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination, and analyze the re-election prospects of Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass.
California
Will the Republican Convention Turn Around The GOP’s Midterm Prospects?
This week, Tim and Matt break down the President’s big speech at the GOP midterm convention in Dallas, and the proposal for 5,000 “dividend” payments to all U.S. adults. Plus, they break down the failure of Gov. Newsom to secure a deal on wildfire liability, and candidates Becerra and Hilton ...
California
2026 End of Session Preview
As lawmakers enter the final week of the 2026 legislative session, Tim and Matt are joined for Next Round’s annual look at the end of session by Free Cities Center director Steven Greenhut. They discuss all the hot end of session issues including wildfire liability, insurance, housing, pensions, AB 1776, ...
Our Election 2026 Final Predictions
This week, Tim gives his final predictions on some of this year’s biggest races – and also gives his picks for the election’s biggest potential surprises. Next Round is not known for going100 percent in its predictions, so Tim is hoping for a better outcome this election.
Going Through All of the Propositions
This year’s ballot is one of the longest ever and one of the most complicated to sift through. To help voters, Tim and Matt this week go through all of the statewide ballot measures and discuss the arguments pro and con for of each of them. If you’re having a ...
PRI Warns Proposed COINS Act Rule Could Undermine America’s Medical Innovation Leadership
Yesterday, the Treasury Department issued a proposed rule implementing the Comprehensive Outbound Investment National Security (COINS) Act, which restricts certain U.S. investments in China and other countries of concern. The proposal would expand existing outbound investment restrictions to include biotechnology. Sally C. Pipes, President and CEO of the Pacific Research ...
Racy Ads in the Governor’s Race Plus a Look at Down Ballot Races
This week, Tim and Matt explore the controversy over Steve Hilton’s controversial racy ads in the governor’s race. Plus, they take a look at some of the important down ballot races that voters aren’t paying close attention to, but are quite important including the campaign for Secretary of State and ...
You’re Next: How Average Families Could Pay the Price from a CA Wealth Tax
This week, Tim is joined by PRI senior fellow in business and economics Dr. Wayne Winegarden to discuss his latest research on how a California wealth tax would jeopardize venture capital investment in the state and set middle class Californians up for inevitable future tax increases.
Becerra v. Hilton: Who won the great debate?
This week, Tim and Matt break down the Becerra-Hilton gubernatorial debate. They crown the debate’s big winners and losers, analyze the key moments, share their thoughts on the moderators, and discuss whether the candidates’ performances will have any impact in changing the trajectory of the campaign.
Let’s Make a Deal on Paramount
This week, Tim and Matt analyze Attorney General Rob Bonta’s deal on the Paramount-Warner Bros. merger. They also discuss Gov. Newsom’s AI executive order and demand for AI “kill switches” and a new poll showing big trouble for LA Mayor Karen Bass’ re-election campaign.
Close Races for Key Statewide Ballot Measures
This week, Tim and Matt discuss the latest statewide poll showing close races for the wealth tax and CEQA reform. They also discuss Gov. Newsom’s statement that he would not challenge Kamala Harris for the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination, and analyze the re-election prospects of Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass.
Will the Republican Convention Turn Around The GOP’s Midterm Prospects?
This week, Tim and Matt break down the President’s big speech at the GOP midterm convention in Dallas, and the proposal for 5,000 “dividend” payments to all U.S. adults. Plus, they break down the failure of Gov. Newsom to secure a deal on wildfire liability, and candidates Becerra and Hilton ...
2026 End of Session Preview
As lawmakers enter the final week of the 2026 legislative session, Tim and Matt are joined for Next Round’s annual look at the end of session by Free Cities Center director Steven Greenhut. They discuss all the hot end of session issues including wildfire liability, insurance, housing, pensions, AB 1776, ...