California propositions is a space dedicated to engaging citizen activists in the governance of their state. The proposition system was established nearly 100 years ago to allow the people of California to serve as a direct link between the people of the state and their government.
Our goal is to bridge the gap between that noble goal and the technology of today that allows that to happen. This site was created to better inform voters about the ballot measures they will be voting on by providing objective analysis along with arguments from both sides. But passive involvement isn't what the founders of the citizen initiative had in mind when they created it - this site allows average people to advocate for the causes and issues they believe in alongside other Californians, and - more importantly - it provides the tools to empower every day citizens to influence the direction of their state.
The concept of "direct democracy" has never been closer to realization than during these times. Yet, there are still many critics that are critical of the initiative process in California. Some believe that it doesn't allow for a deliberative process. That most people don't know what they're voting on. That the people can't be trusted to decide on complex issues facing California. While we disagree with those arguments, we're confident that in the end having more people - not less - involved in the process is a good thing. We've created this space to let you decide.
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CalProps provides the people, resources and organizing tools to help Californians have a greater say in their state government.
There are dozens of groups formed around different issues on this site. You can join an existing one or start your own on an issue that’s important to you. Below are just some of the groups active right now, or you can view the entire CalProps Network here.
Proposition 22 on the Nov 2010 Statewide Ballot asks whether state government should be permitted to seize funds from cities and counties to balance the State Budget. 
Proposition 23 on the Nov 2010 Statewide Ballot asks whether California should suspend AB 32, the state's landmark climate change legislation
"YDA mobilizes young people under the age of 36 to participate in the electoral process, influences the ideals of the Democratic Party, and develops the skills of the youth generation to serve as leaders at the local and national level."