Now, we have a label of the special election and government price estimates for California. Gavin Newsom’s president launches: US$282.6 million.
this The vote on November 4 involves propositions of 50which will cheer up the country to increase the chances of democracy Win seats with up to five seats In the 2026 midterm elections. The purpose is partial compensation Republicans in Texas and Other countries.
Voting measures have been Miracle was done to improve Newsom’s early status In the 2028 Presidential Competition – Emphasize this word Early. After alienating many of his party By playing with someone you like Steve Bannon and The late Charlie KirkNewsom makes hearts thriving among those who are “fighting Trump” against Democrats. Principles of animation and cri de c-ur.
One can ask if the unsignificant fees for special elections are the best use for taxpayer dollars, or if The sum is the bestas Senior Republican strategist Ken Khachigian In a recent Wall Street Journal article, “About Firefighters, Police, School Teachers and Road Repairs” advice.
Newsom protects us in a complete barrier pattern The precious democracy is “priceless”. ”
California Democratic Chairman Rusty Hicks proposed a more specific price tag with the merits of Proposal 50, telling the Bay Area News Corp that money spent on special elections will be offset — and then some will be lost by California billions of dollars. President Trump’s hostile regime.
But there is an additional proposition cost of 50: effectively depriving millions of conservative and Republican-leaning Californians who already feel they are ignored and politically powerless.
Under Democratic Gerrymander, a small number of Republican House contingents (nine out of 52 California lawmakers) can almost cut it in half. Starting in January 2027, the entire Republican delegation in the state can fit jeeps and have plenty of room.
In one state, Trump received more than 6 million votes in 2024.
California’s special election costs are estimated at $282.6 million. The sport is actually the launch of the Newsom presidential bid.
(Genaro Molina/Los Angeles Times)
Possible dictator who issues Diktats The Oval Office can be frustrating for many people. But making people feel that their votes seem irrelevant, their voices are taken aback, and there is no stake in our political system, because elections are essentially meaningless—at least in which party takes the victory—is not the secret to satisfying and dedicated citizens or healthy democracy.
We already have a CEO who has repeatedly proven that he thinks he is President Red USAOf those who explicitly support him, everyone else is considered evil or subversive. We’ve seen it How good is this.
Is the solution to elect the governor of Blue California? Will he make them politically powerless?
Proposal 50 supporters say steps need to be taken to offset Republicans in Texas and other states.
(Hon Wing Chiu/Times)
All seven Major Democrats Successfully supported Newsom support proposal 50. Sheriff Chad Bianco and Conservative commentator Steve Hilton, Oppose it, it’s not surprising)
Your friendly columnist asked questions to those seven Democrats. What did they say to Republican voters who have been ignored and politically unrepresented? As governors, do they have a place in your vision for California?
As you would expect, most people vow to be governors for everyone: red, blue, independent, liberal, vegetarian.
Former representative. Katie Porter Noted that she served the purple Orange County district and won the support of voters of all kinds of stripes: “Because they knew I would not hesitate to stand up for anyone – no matter which party they belong – who would make it harder for California families.” She said in a text message that she would bring “the same tenacity, courage and courage” to Sacramento.
Former Senate Speaker and State Senate Leader Toni Atkins texted that she “brings every Californian-Democrat, Republican and independent listening priority.” She attacked Republicans in Congress, describing Proposition 50 as “a way to fight back now” while also returning to Independent redistricting committee This attracted the current congressional boundaries.
Xavier Becerrathe state’s former attorney general and Joe Biden’s Cabinet MemberHe said he will strive to see that no matter the party, all Californians benefit from his leadership in health care, housing and making the country more affordable. He texted that doing so would require fighting Trump and “Republican extremists” in an attempt to manipulate the midterm elections.
Betty YeeThe former state controller has just completed a campaign in rural California, and she said voters have asked similar questions about us? Those huge distances are beyond the state’s blue coastal enclave Long time It has always been a hotbed of dissatisfaction with California’s ruling democratic institutions.
Yee said she urged voters to “look at your representative now.” She noted that the Republican-run Congress has approved budget cuts, which is possible Close rural hospitals The gut is in great need of a social safety net plan. “How does this represent your interest?” she asked.
Tony Thurmondthe state school principal said the same.
“One of the reasons I support this measure is because the California Republican Party in Congress voted to support it “Big, beautiful bill” Vote for the bill they know they are going to Throwing millions of people out of health insurance,” Thurmond said. “It’s very disturbing, and I actually think it’s a way to deal with this action and change Congress. ”
Former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaragosa and businessmen Stephen Cloobeck Ignore questions about Republican sentiment and attacked Trump.
Villaraigosa called the 50 proposal “for the time being… directly responding to Maga’s election manipulation efforts in Texas.” Cloobeck texted: “It’s not the way it should be, but democracy and California are under attack, and in hell, I won’t fight.”
There is a certain presumption and paternalism about the idea that California Democrats know best for California Republicans.
But as Thurmond pointed out, “they have the right to vote. We put it before the voters and give them a chance to democratically exercise their views.”
Every Californian who votes can decide what is best for them.
They should.
