In 2020, California's state legislators passed a bipartisan bill to end the sale and marketing of candy-flavored tobacco products. Debbie has been a passionate and thoughtful person over the years I have known her. I am leading an effort to provide $500 million in scholarships to aspiring teachers and efforts to recruit and retain 15, 000 new teachers in our classrooms. Her dedication to transparency and fairness is unparalleled. Raeena Lari – Santa Clara County Office of Ed, Trustee Area 7. According to a report from the Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, youth who use flavorings such as fruit or candy flavoring vape more compared to those who use "traditional" flavors of tobacco. Election for Sonoma County Superintendent of Schools.
The measure would also require that a clinic disclose information about physicians who own at least 5% of the clinic. She has always shown her support, attention, and care for our Sebastopol schools, and most importantly, the children who attend them. 31 would uphold the law, ensure that it goes into effect, and penalize candy-flavored tobacco product sales in California with a $250 fine against stores per violation. As superintendent, I am committed to helping the State Board of Education create a math framework that promotes rigor, while eliminating racial biases in math education that have contributed to learning gaps for students. Opposing candidate's fundraising and pledges: Pritchard's campaign has raised $56, 000 and is funded almost entirely by individual donors. She is a dedicated community member to understanding the educational needs of all West Sonoma County students, and especially the Latinx students.
There are no serious studies that demonstrate measures to direct more money to economically disadvantaged neighborhoods are actually improving academic outcomes. Carter is a registered Democrat and resides in Petaluma. City of Sebastopol Extend Utility Users Tax. Their viability for success in the office that they are seeking. Okrepkie has proven that he can engage the community on critical issues facing Santa Rosa. Eleni Kounalakis (D). Carl Tennenbaum, Sonoma County Sheriff — Mr. Tennenbaum was not elected. Proposition 28 would require the state to set aside about $1 billion of its existing annual revenue for arts education, particularly for hiring new arts-education staff in school districts with large shares of low-income students. Important Election Dates, Resources, & FAQ: All California active registered voters will receive a vote-by-mail ballot for the November 8, General Midterm Election. — Latino Times Bilingual Publication and Newspaper. His former banking experience could be advantageous for a district with extensive budget woes, but he would require more time to ramp up than Winders, when time is of the essence. District demographics: 12% Latino, 6% Asian, and 2% Black. In the second place, this tax has existed for 20 years and yet no city council has sought to put these programs into the budget, instead relying on continuing the tax.
In short, dialysis unions want better treatment for their patients and the public wants better services, while two private for-profit corporations (DaVita Inc. and Fresenius Medical Care) own 3/4 of the clinics, generating 3. Diane Howard – Redwood City City Council. "When we put teachers in front of the line to get vaccines, the hope was to have kids go back to school as soon as possible. Retired Librarian, Sonoma County Library. Thus, it seems to us like the council will keep an eye on this measure and if it passes we will likely see cannabis businesses in town. In 2020, she won her reelection against Republican challenger Matthew Nelson by 34 points. Aminzadeh has authored pieces on the links between human rights and climate change. I have been that collaborative leader and will continue to be so. Voters Registering Overseas: Register to vote by using the Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) form no later than 15 days prior to an election. Proposition 27 would allow Californians to engage in online sports betting through large online betting companies and certified tribes.
Meanwhile, Christensen was chief of staff to a Republican state senator, a budget analyst at the Department of Finance and now works as an education advocate with a conservative think tank, California Policy Center. The writing makes it all but impossible for small businesses to benefit from this new market, it re-directs funds from California out of state, and opposition to this prop is astonishingly widespread across political parties, organizations, and communities. Roxanne McNally states that one of her top priorities is to "ensure a safe and supportive environment for all students, including BIPOC and LGBTQ students. " 27 describe their coalition of supporters as primarily including "housing and mental health experts, tribes, and citizens. " I have never seen a board member as informed, articulate, and compassionate as Ramirez proved herself to be. Instructional Aide, Wright Elementary School District. There is no term limit for this position. Her knowledge deep into the details of education policy and administration budgets impresses me.
Gina Fortino Dickson. Felipe Hernandez – Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors, District 3. Business Owner, Joe Lunardi Electric Co. Inc. & Retired Accounting Clerk at Harmony Union School District. One of his top deputies resigned after the agency confirmed he was living in Philadelphia. A September editorial in the San Diego Union-Tribune called out Christensen as a "culture warrior" for his "casual criticism of ethnic studies. CA Relay Service: 711. Debbie has always been able to explain all the the challenges, issues, and decisions that involve our town & our schools! As of August 1, the Yes on 27 committee has spent $23 million. After many conversations over the last year with Debbie I feel confident she will seek the best possible solutions for our students.
He has also received the endorsement of some elected leaders, including State Treasurer Fiona Ma, Assm. That didn't happen and because of that, we have an immense amount of learning loss, " he said. Governor Elena Kounalakis. The California Democratic Party has also endorsed Proposition 1. CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS. Kern County Yes on Measure K (sales tax to support county services). In a midterm election where the president's party has historically faced major setbacks, working people and infrequent voters turned out in greater numbers than expected to elect leaders who stand with workers against attacks on women's and reproductive rights, price-gouging, tax-dodging, and union-busting corporations. SEIU 521 members, alongside union members across California, are reigniting our efforts in 2022 to win back and gain critical seats while shifting the balance of power to working families for the first time in many regions of our state. Other states limit the power that teachers' unions have and still provide necessary protections for good teachers. Ballots can be returned through the Postal Service (the return postage is already paid) or dropped off at a voting location or in a ballot drop box.
Both the California Democratic Party and the California Republican Party oppose Prop. Debbie has put in countless hours of hard work for our community. Courage California endorses Malia Cohen to serve as the next State Controller to keep California on the right track for progress. She is perfectly qualified for this position. Voter Registration Lookup. Vote YES on Proposition 31. If no candidate receives more than 50% of the vote in June, the top two candidates will advance to a runoff election on Nov. 8, 2022.