Gen. Election Update: Tracking Your Votes on Ballot Propositions — and What They Mean for Our Communities

Joe W. Bowers Jr. | California Black Media(CMB) – In the Nov. 5 General Election, Californians cast their votes on ten propositions addressing issues from education and climate funding to prison labor and the minimum wage. With some measures likely to pass and others on track to fail, the outcomes could have significant implications for Black communities across the state.Below is a breakdown of the propositions and their potential impact.Likely to Pass:Proposition 2: Bonds for Public School and College FacilitiesWith 56.7% support, Prop 2 is on track to pass. This measure would allocate $10 billion to repair and upgrade K-12 and community college facilities, especially in under-resourced schools that face safety and infrastructure challenges. For students in these districts, including many Black students, this funding could lead to safer and more supportive learning environments, more conducive to academic success.Proposition 3: Constitutional Right to MarriageProp 3 currently has 61.4% support and is likely to pass. This measure aims to amend California’s constitution to affirm marriage rights for all, regardless of gender or race. For LGBTQ+ individuals in our communities, this is a powerful affirmation of equality and inclusion within the state.Proposition 4: Bonds for Water, Wildfire, and Climate RisksCurrently passing with...