(Bumped to the top. - promoted by SFBrianCL)
Well, several people had asked me to put out endorsements, so we agreed on some positions on the propositions. We are supporting all of the Dems for the statewide offices, but some we are supporting more than others. Namely, Debra Bowen will be a dynamic and effective Secretary of State. For another resource, check out the Speak Out California Progressive Voter Guide (ad to the right) Here we go:
Props:
1A: No, makes budgeting harder
1B-1E: yes, we need infrastructure improvements
83: Jessica's Law: NO! A bad idea that moves sex offenders away from their families and support systems and into rural communities.
84: Water/Park Bonds: Yes. With the onset of global warming and pollution, we need to invest in our water.
85: Parental Notification: No, again. Didn't we just say no last year?
86: Cigarrette Tax to fund health care: No position. It's a tough call; there are many considerations including legal concerns. A yes on this will toss the state into litigation. If you are comfortable with that, then go with Yes.
87: Oil/Alternative Energy: Yes, California is an environmental leader, this is one more step of a leader to help fund alternative energy research.
88: Parcel Tax: No, but it's a close one. I don't like how the tax operates. I would prefer a one-time percentage rather than a flat $50.
89: Public Campaign Finance: Yes! It's about time we bring some pressure to bear on the entrenched special interests.
90: Break the Government: No, don't let them trick you with the eminent domain line. This one goes way, way too far.
Judges: Yes on all appellate judges, except William McGuiness, who wrote the decision in In Re Marriage Cases that denied marriage equality. He's in the first district court of appeal, which is SF/San Mateo, Peninsula/ and Marin up the coast. |
