California voters are expressing widespread frustration with the length and complexity of the upcoming November ballot, which features 14 statewide propositions alongside various congressional and local contests, according to a recent survey conducted by the Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC). The ballot is among the longest the state has seen in a decade, drawing concern across the political spectrum.

The survey, which targeted likely voters, found that nearly 80% are dissatisfied with the number of propositions and the clarity of their language. This sentiment is shared broadly among Democrats, Republicans, and independents alike. Mark Baldassare, PPIC’s statewide survey director, noted the unusual consensus on this issue, highlighting the challenges voters face when navigating an extensive and complicated ballot.

In addition to frustrations about the ballot, the poll reveals a generally pessimistic outlook among Californians regarding the state’s and the nation’s future. More than half of likely voters believe that California is heading in the wrong direction, and nearly three-quarters anticipate economic difficulties in the state over the coming year. On a national level, fewer than 25% think the country is on the right path.

The survey also reviewed public opinion on political leadership, with President Donald Trump receiving a 27% approval rating among likely voters—a figure that surpasses the approval of Congress, which stands at just 16%. Despite this, majorities of respondents lack confidence in either the Democratic or Republican parties’ ability to effectively address key issues facing the state and the nation.

Ballots are scheduled to be mailed soon to some 23.2 million registered voters in California, beginning the final phase of the election process. The packed ballot and skepticism about political leadership add complexity to an already contentious election environment, underscoring the significant challenges residents face as they head to the polls in November.