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\nCalifornia’s propositions, voted on (2020 election) & a pep talk for young people:
\nHaving first tracked California’s 2020 election ballot initiatives: which are to become new law, changed law, or rejected by The People to some end (before certification), at:<\/p>\n
https:\/\/www.sfgate.com\/politics\/article\/California-Propositions-14-15-19-called-15722096.php ,<\/p>\n
I checked that data against the following site:<\/p>\n
https:\/\/www.kgoradio.com\/2020\/11\/13\/california-propositions-results-roundup\/<\/p>\n
I also found supporting data released by my County of Orange.<\/p>\n
I also generally quote the ‘reference guide’ which all voters should have received.<\/p>\n
So, this posted entry of mine today is simply an “echo” of the publicly disclosed information, with some brief comments by me here that you may find useful.<\/p>\n
Prop 14: This one is a bond approval initiative. The approval vote means that the state (her people) agreed to lend money ($5.5 billion US Dollars worth) to further medical research (including stem cell), facility construction, brain related disease expenditure, staff training. Some of the dollars contributed will come from ‘general fund’. That means that some funding will come from money that may have gone for other budgetary needs, that are entirely unrelated to this expenditure. My voting precinct voted in opposition to this initiative, but it did pass. This is a huge sum of money.<\/p>\n
Prop 15: This vote resulted in a rejection of commercial property tax hikes. My voting precinct voted this down, along with the state as a whole. This results in maintaining fair protections for taxpayers; commerce still able to experience reduced burden in doing business. This is a win for small businesses, especially while business activity is under major threat.<\/p>\n
Prop 16: This one, was an attempt to allow government to base their decisions in the public education sector, in matters of employment, and in public contracting, on any or all of the following: race, sex, color, ethnicity, and national origin. My voting precinct voted this down, along with the state as a whole.<\/p>\n
Prop 17: This one, seems a good-will effort to approve a loosening of restrictions for state prisoners. By allowing eligible (based on all other universal requirements to vote lawfully)-voting persons on parole from prison to vote, the eligibility to vote extends to those in that particular status before their complete release (We the People presume). Our state did vote in favor of this, asserting privilege for those who are on their way to a full release from prison sentences. Assuming that sentences are fair to begin with, this new initiative says nothing about the extension or reduction of a parolees time served, to my knowledge.<\/p>\n
Prop 18: Somewhat similarly as ‘Prop 17′, this initiative was an attempt to loosen restrictions on voting-eligibility to benefit eldest teens. The state voted not to meddle with the existing law, that no one under 18 be eligible to register to vote or even vote, in that year’s general election. My precinct voted the same.<\/p>\n
Prop 19: This initiative approval resulted in a financial loss for the majority of private homeowners, in our state, who are paying property taxes. It benefits some homeowners, while taxing other homeowners even more. While the tax-base transfer assists those who are moving, those who are not are now paying more in various consequence. Also, parts of this law may disrupt healthy inheritance laws and raise taxes there, above where they existed prior to this approval. My precinct voted against this, but the state as a whole voted for it.<\/p>\n
Prop 20: This initiative’s aim was to meddle with existing law, regarding how to administer justice against differing types of criminals (ie. non-violent, violent, petty, severe). In general, this initiative was understood by voters to make punishment more severe for lower level offenses than they were before. My precinct, and the state as a whole, voted this down.<\/p>\n
Prop 21: This initiative was presented to control rent price. That means, that landlords would not be permitted to raise rent to unnatural levels (either arbitrary or higher than true value) on tenants. This effort was voted down by my precinct and state as a whole. High rents typically push out local residents and invite wealthy outsiders. However, many people are uncomfortable with government restricting the activities of property owners and landlords. Existing laws may be sufficiently restrictive, to subvert financial exploitation. My precinct, and the state as a whole, voted this initiative down.<\/p>\n
Prop 22: This initiative, is based on labor rights that brought two philosophies regarding work into collision. Are part time drivers to retain independence from employers in our state? Or, should they be subject to stricter, traditional, labor structure (even possibly unionized)? The latter would require the employer to more directly control the drivers, but, would also require the employer to provide not only the labor structure but also benefits. Per the request of many of these independent laborers, our precinct and the state as a whole, seemingly struck a balance by voting in favor of the free lancers’ wishes for autonomy from employer.<\/p>\n
Prop 23: This one, would have required (if passed) that a doctor be on-site in dialysis treatment clinics while the treatment is given to the patient. My precinct and the state as a whole decided that was not a necessary amendment to existing law.<\/p>\n
Prop 24: This initiative is a particularly tricky one regarding consumer privacy. As is often true, both sides claim to be the saviors of a virtue. My own research suggests that some of those prominent persons by name, who advocated for this initiative, worked at companies that had little (if anything) to do with protecting Conservative speech. The descriptors for this initiative were deceptive in my view, scared people already concerned about threats to privacy, and most people may not have followed the money trail in order to learn who exactly might have particular bad motives. We The People may have erred in voting “yea” on this. Including, from my precinct.<\/p>\n
Prop 25: This initiative was introduced out of concerns that money bail may be an outdated method of buying comfort while awaiting a trial. Some critics consider that very legality to be a crime itself. But, legal experts can find good reasons for money bail’s purpose. My precinct and the state as a whole voted to keep this practice in place, as it is. Especially, as the system to replace it was expected to be less fair. Some might argue that money bail incentivize state fund-raising, that it exploits an accused or falsely accused, and still others: that only those with money experience any relief or leniency from the law. Supposedly, “early” release can still be granted (1) to those who do not post bail, (2) have no one else to do so for them, or (3) are unable to post bail for other given reason.<\/p>\n
Well I hope you enjoyed this entry. We have been through a lot since Nov. 3 . It is now January 31, 2021.<\/p>\n
For young people especially, I want to leave you this reference to very special readings from our Bible:<\/p>\n
1. 1 Timothy 4:12<\/p>\n
2. Romans 6, 7, 8:1-16<\/p>\n
The Apostle Paul, in his day, appointed a very special young man who was in his thirties (Timothy). This is biblical background which I read from my Bible. The Book of 1 Timothy is not long. It’s very inspiring. I think it’s great for all people, but for young people maybe even more. The chapter and verse I cited just above here, is especially inspiring for young people in difficult times. You’ll get through them if you keep fighting and hoping!<\/p>\n
The Romans chapters and verses you see referenced just above here, are very similar in meaning. When I read those, I can’t help but best understand everything that many of our Christian Churches should be focused on and often are. Read through it slowly. Think. You may understand what is said as contradictory; but, remember that you can slip if you’re not careful. Again, don’t give up.<\/p>\n
I share them with you today, because even adults get discouraged; and, so you know you should not feel all alone. Rather, be patient, determined, and always hopeful.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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