Structural Reforms for Effective Governance
The People’s Platform
At the core of our mission is the drive to build a political landscape that truly reflects the voices and aspirations of all Californians, ensuring inclusive representation and empowering civic engagement beyond partisan divisions. We are committed to redefining the foundations of governance to prioritize transparency, accountability, and responsiveness, ensuring that every citizen's needs and aspirations are met.
Through electoral reforms that promote fairness and equity, we aim to strengthen our democratic process and restore trust in our institutions. We recognize the importance of amplifying the voices of marginalized communities, bridging gaps in representation, and dismantling barriers that hinder inclusivity.
“The most common way people give up power is by thinking they don’t have any”
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Proportional Representation
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Lower Voting Age
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Resident Suffrage
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Compulsory Voting
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Participatory Budgeting
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State Bank of California
〰️ Proportional Representation 〰️ Lower Voting Age 〰️ Resident Suffrage 〰️ Compulsory Voting 〰️ Participatory Budgeting 〰️ State Bank of California
Proportional Representation Voting
Implementing proportional representation (PR) voting in the California State Senate would ensure diverse representation, reduce gerrymandering, promote collaborative decision-making, increase voter turnout, and address the current mismatch in representation.
Participatory Budgeting
Advocating for the implementation of a participatory budgeting system in California would not only empower taxpayers to allocate a percentage of their taxes to specific state issues, but also make individuals more likely to be politically engaged. By involving Californians in the decision-making process and giving them a direct role in how tax dollars are allocated, participatory budgeting promotes a sense of ownership and encourages greater civic participation in shaping public policies and services.
Inclusive Residency Voting Requirement
Implementing a residency voting eligibility requirement in California would allow all residents, regardless of citizenship status, to participate in state elections, improving political accountability, promoting inclusivity, and enhancing civic engagement among all residents for real returns that leave no neighborhoods unaccounted for.
Lowering the Voting Age
Lowering the voting age to 16 in California would increase youth engagement, empower young people to have a say in decisions affecting them, promote civic education, address age discrimination, and align with global trends, recognizing the political engagement of young Californians and enabling them to shape their future and communities
Compulsory Voting
Advocate for the implementation of a compulsory voting requirement with the option to consciously opt out, alongside the adoption of a Proportional Representation (PR) voting system in California, to improve the outcomes of PR voting by ensuring broader and more representative voter participation. Compulsory voting would encourage a higher voter turnout and promote a more engaged electorate, resulting in a PR system that better reflects the diverse perspectives and interests of the population.
State Bank of California
Advocating for the creation of a state-owned public bank in California would provide a financial program that serves the needs of all Californians, promotes economic justice, and offers an alternative to profit-driven commercial banks. By establishing a public bank, we can lower fees and interest rates, increase transparency, and invest in local communities, fostering greater financial stability and economic opportunity for the people of California.
Our voices, diverse and powerful must echo through the halls of power, leaving no room for silence or exclusion.
With unwavering determination, let us tear down the barriers that divide us, and instead build bridges of unity and inclusion.We embrace the profound truth that every individual possesses the ability to shape their own destiny and collectively transform our world. Let us stand together, guided by the principles of solidarity and empathy, harnessing the untapped potential within each of us. In the pursuit of true democracy, we cultivate a future where the people's voice resounds, and the flame of hope burns brightly, illuminating a society grounded in equality, compassion, and shared prosperity. Together, let us create a California where power is truly in the hands of the people, and hope prevails over indifference to a stale status quo.
