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Vote NO On Prop 50, Inaccurate Maps Mailed to Voters, Trump Gives Ultimatum to Minnesota, and More...

October 02, 2025

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It’s vital that as many people as possible know there is an election coming up with ballots dropping in your mailbox as soon as Oct 7th with the election on November 7th.

We encourage you to vote NO and get your ballot in as soon as possible!

Do read these stories and posts and tell us what gets you OUTRAGED the most (and what makes you smile)!

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First off… The Big News 👇

BREAKING NEWS

Inaccurate Congressional Maps Mailed to Voters For November Election

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

  • California mailed incorrect voter guides to millions ahead of the November special election, mislabeling one congressional district on the statewide map.

  • The error involved the San Fernando and Antelope Valley district being labeled as “District 22” instead of the correct “District 27,” though the detailed regional maps showed the correct number.

  • In response, the Secretary of State’s office will send out correction postcards—at considerable expense—to ensure voters get accurate information.

  • Officials insist the mistake is purely cosmetic and does not affect ballots, map boundaries, or the integrity of voting.

  • Opponents seized on the blunder as proof that Proposition 50 and the special election process were rushed and lacking oversight.

  • Critics warn that such fundamental errors undermine public trust and reinforce fears about partisan manipulation.

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Trump Admin Issues Ultimatum to Minnesota For Violating Title IX in Allowing Transgender Athletes in Girls Sports

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

  • The Trump administration has issued a formal notice to Minnesota, claiming the state is in violation of Title IX by allowing transgender‑identifying males to compete in girls’ sports, including softball.

  • The Departments of Education and Health and Human Services demanded that Minnesota rescind its policy within 10 days or face enforcement action.

  • The notice centers on a specific case of a transgender male pitcher who competed on a girls’ softball team, citing that as evidence of the broader policy issue.

  • Under the proposed resolution, Minnesota would be required to revise its guidance, adopt a biological definition of male and female in athletics, and restore records or titles lost to alleged mismatches under the state’s current rules.

  • Officials argue that the move is not optional—compliance is required for receipt of future federal education funding.

  • In response, Minnesota officials said they are reviewing the federal demand but have defended their existing inclusivity policies.

Los Angeles Unprepared…

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

  • A new report on the Eaton Fire in Los Angeles County finds serious delays and confusion in issuing evacuation warnings, contributing to increased danger for residents and firefighters.

  • Some communities didn’t receive evacuation orders until hours after conditions had already become life-threatening, and in some cases, alerts were never sent.

  • Poor coordination among agencies, inconsistent protocols, and outdated technology all hampered timely notifications.

  • Fire officials also acknowledged that some warning systems failed entirely or were not activated in high‑risk zones.

  • The report recommends overhauling communication systems, standardizing decision protocols, and ensuring evacuation alerts reach everyone at risk, including through redundant channels.

  • Ultimately, the findings highlight how bureaucratic breakdowns—not nature alone—turn wildfires into tragedies.

What is SB 771 and how would it impact free speech in California?

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

  • Senate Bill 771 proposes to hold social media platforms legally accountable if they amplify threats or violent content—potentially imposing fines up to $1 million for major platforms and $500,000 for lesser breaches.

  • While supporters argue the bill fills a gap by forcing platforms to act responsibly, critics warn it jeopardizes First Amendment protections by imposing liability for algorithmic amplification.

  • The law would take effect in 2027, but platforms and free speech advocates have already pushed back, cautioning that subjective judgments of “threatening content” could suppress protected speech.

  • The bill’s author, Senator Henry Stern, asserts that while users are already punishable under existing laws for violence, the platforms enabling amplification deserve accountability too. Opponents fear SB 771 will chill discourse, giving platforms an incentive to err on the side of censorship to avoid steep penalties.

  • The debate underscores growing tensions between controlling online harm and preserving robust free speech in the digital age.

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Government in the dead of night — Every Californian should read this…

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

  • As the legislative session nears its close, California’s top Democratic leaders are finalizing critical climate, energy, and transit policies behind closed doors, with very little public transparency.

  • Many of the most consequential issues—like reauthorizing cap-and-trade, creating a regional electricity market, replenishing wildfire funds, and boosting oil production—are still undefined just days before votes must be posted.

  • By law, proposals must be printed and available to the public 72 hours before a vote, yet these private negotiations leave advocates, lobbyists, and citizens scrambling to catch up.

  • Lawmakers increasingly rely on “budget trailer bills,” which allow them to slip in major policy changes without the full public hearing process, often tied to funding rather than stand‑alone legislation.

  • Critics warn this approach subverts democratic accountability by limiting time for public review, comment, and scrutiny.

  • The article frames this “secret dealmaking” as a routine but dangerous feature of California politics, raising concerns about governance and fairness in the democratic process.

Donors raise nearly $130M in the battle over California redistricting

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

  • Donors have contributed almost $129 million to campaigns surrounding Proposition 50, making it one of the most expensive ballot-measure fights in California’s history.

  • The “yes” campaign has raised over $88.6 million, while the “no” side has brought in about $40.1 million, showing a significant funding gap favoring the redistricting push.

  • Prop 50 would allow lawmakers to redraw congressional lines through 2030, overriding the independent commission currently responsible for map-setting.

  • Critics see this as a threat to fair redistricting and voter-driven processes established by past ballot measures.

  • Big-name donors include George Soros’s Fund for Policy Reform and several major labor groups and billionaires, reinforcing the partisan nature of the fight.

  • With more than a month to go before Election Day, the money pouring in underscores the scale and stakes of this showdown over California’s political map.

California Government too big and costly 

California's state government is "too big and expensive" is a complex question with differing perspectives, but data indicates California's per capita spending is higher than the national average, while some argue the state receives low-quality services for the cost and faces significant budget challenges despite increased spending.

Critics point to a large, growing budget, increased deficits, and the use of accounting gimmicks to cover spending shortfalls, while proponents may argue the spending is necessary for providing essential services and addressing state needs. 

Evidence for "Too Big and Expensive"

  • High Per Capita Spending: 

    California's combined state and local government spending is significantly higher per person than the national average, according to the Urban Institute. 

  • Larger Budget and Deficits: 

    The state's budget has grown considerably, leading to large deficits and concerns about structural deficits that rely on "accounting gimmicks" and raids on reserves. 

  • Low Service Quality for Cost: 

    Some research suggests California's high spending has not translated into better public services compared to other states, indicating inefficiency. 

  • Increased Borrowing and Cost Shifts: 

    To manage budget shortfalls, the state has resorted to increasing debt and shifting costs to special funds and future years, a strategy criticized by some as unsustainable

California’s most glaring issues have little to do with Trump

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:

  • California faces chronic problems—homelessness, poverty, unemployment, housing shortages, water crises, failing schools and massive budget deficits—that predate and transcend any Trump-era policy.

  • Its leaders often cast blame outward, framing state struggles in opposition to the Trump administration, but that narrative ignores deep, structural weaknesses.

  • While resisting “Trumpism” may gain political points, it also reinforces the perception that California’s problems are caused externally rather than by internal mismanagement or policy failures.

  • The state’s economy may rank among the nation’s largest, but the headlines mask a labor force that adds few new jobs and vast swaths of residents struggling to afford basic necessities.

  • Over the course of Gavin Newsom’s governorship, spending has grown at a faster clip than revenue, deepening the state’s structural deficit and hollowing out fiscal reserves.

  • Ultimately, the commentary argues that focusing on Trump as the root cause deflects from the real work required: structural reform, fiscal discipline, and accountability within California itself.

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