San Diego on the 2016 Ballot

It goes without saying that this year's election is one of the most contentious, bitter, and inflammatory of any previous in modern history (however, let's not forget the Hamilton/Burr Deul leading up to the election of 1808 or the "Corrupt Bargain" of 1812).

While the divisive and sultry rhetoric of the presidential race may have many of us planning to stay home on November 8th, it is important to remember that there are important state and city initiatives up for vote on that. Here's a rundown of some of those important races:

Local San Diego Ballot

San Diego Unified Board Member Elections

Probably one of the most important issues on the ballot in San Diego is the election of new SDUSD board members. Here is an overview of the seats currently up for vote:

District A

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District D (Unopposed)

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District E

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For more information on this race, and the positions of each candidate, visit the election coverage at  Ballotpedia.

California Ballot Initiatives

There are two ballot initiatives that will make important statements on the California education system (note: click on each image for more information).

Proposition 51: Public School Facility Bonds

Proposition 58: Non-English Languages Allowed in Public Schools

Click here for Prop 227 Background

While these represent a microhrochosm of all the ballot measures and races this November (the Voter Election Guide was over 200 pages this year...), these are some of the key votes related to San Diego education.

For more information on these and all the California races, check out the great summaries and analysis at Ballotpedia:

California - Ballotpedia

Or, check out the KPBS Voters Guide

What's on the ballot in San Diego County | KPBS - Voter's Edge California

And remember to register to vote if you have not already (you have until October 24th)! 

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