Davis

Every citizen can make decisions Tuesday, using their vote to express their choices for representation and proposed laws. Casting an informed vote is a precious right, opportunity and a responsibility. Women in the United States petitioned, rallied, paraded and protested for 72 years because they recognized the value of their vote to make and change laws and to be represented. Finally, they gained the right to vote in 1920.

If a person does not vote, then other peopleÕs voices, their votes, will make the decisions that will affect everyone in California for a long time. Five of the propositions on the November ballot are constitutional amendments.

There is still time to become an informed voter now, or even on Election Day. VOTE411.org is a one-stop shop for nonpartisan, factual information about election procedures. VOTE411.org also has in-depth candidate responses to questions of concern to voters. Another source for all kinds of information about this election is http://www.smartvoter.org.

To search for candidates and how much they are spending, go to http://www.cavotes.org, or http://www.sos.ca.gov.

For information on the important issue of redistricting and the Citizens Redistricting Commission, go to http://www.WeDrawTheLines.ca.gov.

The League of Women Voters of California provides information about candidates, the political parties, the state budget, and short pros and cons on each ballot measure at http://www.easyvoterguide.org. This 15-page booklet is available in the lobby at the Davis Senior Center, 646 A St.

If you decide at the last minute on Election Day that you want to vote on any of the propositions or vote for a candidate, poll workers will gladly welcome you and provide you with directions and information. A printed official voter information guide will be available.

The League of Women Voters of Davis reminds every citizen it is up to each of us to make democracy work.

Joan M. Moses

President, League of Women Voters, Davis

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