CapRadio | May 19, 2009 Statewide Special Election

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Special Election: How We Got Here
In a little more than a month, Californians will head back to the polls for a special election. The results could have big implications for the state’s bottom line.
Monday, April 20, 2009
Assembly Speaker Karen Bass
Legislative Staffer Pay Hikes Rescinded
The Assembly’s top legislative leaders have rescinded pay raises for more than 100 staffers. The move comes after several news outlets reported the roughly five percent pay hikes.
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Steve Shadley, Capital Public Radio
Democrats Hold State Party Convention In Sacramento
The party faithful will hear from gubernatorial candidates and discuss the state's upcoming special election.
Friday, April 24, 2009
Prop 1A: Too Complicated?
When you head to the polls next month you’ll be helping to shape the way the state handles its budget. If that sounds daunting, wait until you read Proposition 1A.
Monday, April 27, 2009
Prop 1A: Dividing Educators
Over the weekend, the California Democratic Party failed to endorse proposition 1A….and instead stayed neutral. The party’s stance highlights how this election is creating divisions among groups that usually hang together.
Monday, April 27, 2009
Prop 1A: Tax Issues
Proposition 1A would extend several tax increases. Supporters say the state needs that money to stay solvent. But opponents argue the measure actually encourages lawmakers to raise taxes again.
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Special Election Measures Lagging Among Voters
A new Field Poll indicates voters are ready to reject five of the six propositions in California’s upcoming special election.
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Proposition 1B: School Funding
$9 billion in education funds, cut because of the state budget crisis, could all be restored if voters approve Proposition 1B next month. But opponents say it’s reckless to commit state funds in an unstable economy.
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Voter Registration Deadline Approaches
Monday (05.04.09) is the deadline to register to vote in California's upcoming special election.
Friday, May 1, 2009
Courtesy: California Lottery
Prop.1C: Modernizing the Lottery
Of all the special election measures on the May 19th ballot, Proposition 1C is the one that matters most – at least, in the short term.
Monday, May 4, 2009
Swine Flu and Voting
Elections officials say they hope the swine flu outbreak won’t keep anyone away from the polls May 19th. But just in case, they’re reminding people it’s not too late to request a vote by mail ballot.
Monday, May 4, 2009
Prop 1D: Children's Services Funding
The special election ballot's Proposition 1D would re-direct tobacco tax money away from early childhood development programs to help balance the state budget.
Monday, May 4, 2009
Roxann Jeppeson/Kelley Weiss CPR News
Prop 1E: Mental Health Services Funding
Proposition 1E would divert money from mental health services to offset costs of other state programs. It’s part of a package of measures to help balance California’s budget. But it's creating a dilemma for health care providers.
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Governor Plans To Cut Cal Fire Jobs If Voters Reject Ballot Measures
Governor Schwarzenegger denies the proposed cuts are a last ditch effort to get voters behind the propositions.
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Governor's Office Ready If Voters Reject Propositions On Special Election Ballot
The governor’s office today (Tuesday, 5.5) acknowledged it’s preparing for a loss if voters reject a series of ballot measures in this month’s special election.
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Prop 1F: Elected Officials' Salaries
The measure would prevent lawmakers and some other elected officials from getting pay raises when the state is running a budget deficit, much like this year.
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
Postage Stamp Prices Increase As Voters Send Off Special Election Ballots
The Postal Service says if you’ve mailed your ballot without the correct postage, it’ll probably still make it to your county elections office on time.
Monday, May 11, 2009
State's Political Atmosphere Shapes Special Election Battle
Supporters of the six measures on Tuesday’s ballot are focusing on the consequences of their failure. But with voters already furious with Sacramento, they’re having a tough time making their case.
Thursday, May 14, 2009
CPR file photo
Low Turnout Expected, Despite Important Election
Officials across California are gearing up for Tuesday's special election – but not quite like last fall’s presidential race.
Monday, May 18, 2009
CPR file photo
Breaking Down Tuesday's Special Election Ballot
Grab your sample ballot and follow along as Sacramento State Government Professor Kim Nalder walks us through what's on Tuesday's special election ballot -- and what isn't.
Monday, May 18, 2009
Measure A Expands Contract Bargaining Tool
Sacramento County voters Tuesday will decide whether to extend a powerful contract bargaining tool to some law enforcement officers.
Monday, May 18, 2009
Steve Shadley, Capital Public Radio
Campaigns In Final Stretch As Special Election Nears
Last minute campaigning is underway around California in advance of Tuesday’s special election.
Monday, May 18, 2009
Fewer Polling Places Open This Election, So Double-Check Your Own
If you’re voting the old-fashioned way in Tuesday's special election, you might want to double-check your polling place first. That's because it might have changed since the last time you voted.
Monday, May 18, 2009
Sacramento Mayor Kevin Johnson(CPR file)
Local Officials to State: Hands Off Our Revenues!
Many city and county officials are worried the state could seize local revenues to balance its own budget crisis.
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
What Happened? What does it mean? A Special Election Dissection
California voters were in a punishing mood, shooting down ballot measures that were supposed to help balance the state budget. We talk with Sacramento State Communications Professor Barbara O'Connor.
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
William Foster, Governor's Office
Ballot Measures Tank: What Now?
Legislative leaders are scheduled to meet with Governor Schwarzenegger today (Wednesday) to begin hashing out solutions to a giant budget shortfall…..one that got a little bigger last night when voters rejected propositions 1A through 1E.
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Measure A Gets Voter's Approval
Sacramento County probation officers can now use a powerful bargaining tool the next time they enter contract talks.
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Steve Shadley, Capital Public Radio
Reformers: Outcome Of Special Election Boosts Constitutional Convention Campaign
The reform groups are asking lawmakers to put a measure on the November 2010 ballot that would ask voters to create a convention.
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Digging Into The State Deficit
Legislative Leaders and Governor Schwarzenegger are rolling up their sleeves and sharpening the carving knife. Faced with a 21 billion dollar budget shortfall, they’re all warning that painful cuts are on the way.
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
State Budget Woes Mean Sac City Unified Could Cut School Days
The Sacramento area’s largest school district says it may need to eliminate as many as seven school days next year. That’s because officials expect to lose $20 million in state funds, due to California’s budget crisis.
Thursday, May 21, 2009
An 1800's "sailor" loads his musket
So How Would You Close Sutter's Fort?
The governor latest budget proposal calls for shutting down more than 75 percent of California’s state parks – at least temporarily. Among the more than 200 properties on the chopping block are historic sites like Sacramento's Sutter Fort.
Tuesday, June 2, 2009