The board endorses Sebastian Ridley-Thomas to continue representing the 54th district in the California State Assembly. Ridley-Thomas has served as the representative for the district since December 2013, when he was voted into office during a special election. Since then, Ridley-Thomas has focused on a number of issues, most notably public health. His primary concern […]
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Proposition 1
California is in the midst of one of the worst droughts in its history, and while the billions raised through Proposition 1 won’t go towards buying rainwater, it still represents a positive step toward securing the state’s water future. The $7.12 billion proposal has allocations for certain water projects like ecosystem and watershed protection and […]
Proposition 47
We strongly endorse a yes on Proposition 47 because it will reduce exorbitant prison spending and redirect the savings to programs that are proven to help reduce crime such as school truancy prevention. If passed, Proposition 47 would require misdemeanor sentences for the lowest level nonviolent crimes currently classified as felonies, such as certain drug […]
Measure P
Securing land for parks is a serious undertaking for any county government. In the most populous county in the United States, doing so requires a substantial amount of financial backing and commitment of taxpayer dollars – but when that funding already exists, it can’t be overdrawn. This board endorses a “No” vote on Measure P. […]
Proposition 46
Proposition 46 requires voters to make several important decisions about the future of their medical care and how it will be regulated in one comprehensive ballot measure. A stronger state prescription database, a higher pain and suffering cap for medical malpractice lawsuits and drug and alcohol testing for certain medical professionals – would lead to […]
Proposition 45
This board does not endorse Proposition 45 for the Nov. 4 ballot. This measure would give the state insurance commissioner the ability to review and approve health insurance rates for individual and small group plans, striking down those that are excessive or unfair. The commissioner already has the power to review and strike down rates […]
Sandra Fluke
This board endorses Sandra Fluke for State Senate for her concrete platforms that emphasize social justice. Though Fluke is new to the 26th district, we believe she will bring a much needed, fresh perspective to the Senate. Fluke gained national recognition after testifying to members of Congress about the need for birth control to be […]