Full coverage: May 19 special election

April 29, 2009

ENDORSEMENTS 2009

Yes on Propositions 1D and 1E

Propositions 1D and 1E would take money away from two of the most vulnerable populations in California -- low-income children and the mentally ill. They would counter the will of the voters, who chose to create special taxes to fund progressive new programs for these groups, and would probably worsen homelessness and poverty. About the only thing worse than passing them would be not passing them.

April 26, 2009

ENDORSEMENTS 2009

Yes on 1A, 1C, 1D, 1E and 1F

Most of the measures on the May 19 special election ballot would help California begin to climb out of its current budget mess while laying a foundation for later, more thoughtful and more far-reaching reform. The Times recommends a yes vote on Propositions 1A, 1C, 1D, 1E and 1F.