Public opinion of Newsom fell after early-pandemic boost

Difference between the governor's approval and disapproval ratings Jan. 2019 to Sept. 2021

Note: Dots indicate the only months for which data were reported. Net approval rating calculated by subtracting Newsom's disapproval rating from his approval rating.

Chart: Nick Niedzwiadek / POLITICO Source: Public Policy Institute of California Statewide Survey