Ten Strangely Numbered Propositions

Hi, everybody!

This election has ten statewide propositions, divided into two batches. The first batch, numbered 2 through 6, originated in the State Legislature. In a display of true parental love, the Legislature graced its precious babies with single-digit numbers in hopes it would boost their chances of passing. The second batch, 32 through 36, qualified via petition from various organizations. Lacking friends in high places, these measures are forced to follow the callous, bureaucratic numbering sequence that left off with Prop 31 back in 2022. Just another example of the privilege of pedigree, I suppose. But the discontinuity in proposition numbers does look kinda stupid on the ballot.

The ten propositions ask you to weigh in on the usual kaleidoscope of issues: criminal justice, climate change, taxation, rent control, and more. I’m sure you’ve been diligently studying all of these, and are thrilled that someone is finally asking for your considered opinion.

But just in case you haven’t kept up with the latest developments in, say, the Managed Care Organization Provider Tax, I’m here to help. I have rated all ten statewide propositions, providing background and recommendations as I have since 1980. Please take a look and share with your friends. You may agree or disagree, but you’ll come away a better informed voter.

Happy voting,
Pete Stahl

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