I have completed my review of Propositions 1-6 and Prop 8.  Check out the Nov 08 Props link above or click here to check them out.  I've got five more to review but the two toughest ones (in terms of research and reading very tiny print in the voter guide) are under my belt.

I have a busy schedule this week outside of this research, but it's my intent to get these all written up by Friday.  That way those of you who have your "Vote by Mail" ballots already can get them in next week.

In general, I have to say that I am becoming more and more disenchanted by the initiative process.  Between ballot box budgeting and sweeping changes to law, I feel that the initiative process brings blunt force to a system that requires precision if changes are to be effective (both as a matter of finanace and a matter of process).

I think my motto for the Proposition recommendations will be:  "Laura Morefield--Reading the Fine Print so You Don't Have To!"  What do you think?

By coincidence, I'm headed off to the eye doctor today for an exam and, most likely, a new prescription for my lenses.  Good thing I read all that strikeout and italic print before having to resort to my back up glasses!

 


Comments

Sally

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 14:57:17

I,for one, couldn't be happier that you are willing to take the time and effort to seek understanding of the often difficult to make "heads or tails" of the propositions which we are asked to vote yea or nay on, many with very serious consquences. Thank you so much MOSM

 

Erik

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 15:07:55

I COMPLETELY agree with Ms. Sally - thank you for all the time and energy you put into this. Really helps and informs my thinking.

Erik

 

Hal

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 16:48:22

I also agree with Sally, which means I agree with Erik. Thank you Laura.

 

Laura

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 17:13:57

MOSM, Erik and Hal,

You're welcome, you're welcome, you're welcome!

And it's nice to see Erik and Hal in agreement!

 



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