Whether evaluating candidates or sorting through the dizzying array of ballot measures, voters face a daunting task in this year’s general election.
For those looking for more information, a free workshop Tuesday in Stockton will offer nonpartisan analyses of the issues and propositions — not to mention free burritos.
Ballots & Burritos, as the event is being called, promises to be a lively, interactive session in which voters can get their questions answered. It’s being sponsored by Stocktonia, statewide news service CalMatters and Stanislaus State University.
The session will begin at 3:30 p.m. in Room 1007 at Willow Hall on the grounds of Stan State’s Stockton campus, 612 Magnolia St. Everyone is invited.
The event is touting “no political spin. No confusing jargon. Just the information you need to vote with confidence.”
No one could be blamed for being overwhelmed by the Nov. 3 ballot
Voters are being asked to choose a new governor, among other top state officials, and decide who should represent them in Congress and the California Legislature. There’s also a raft of local races, from City Council to the Stockton Unified School Board. And, of course, the state propositions range from whether to impose a one-time tax on billionaires to bonds for medical research.
Like in many elections past, the 14 ballot propositions can be a minefield. Some are backed by special interests or have a hidden agenda.
With this group event, it will be easier to sort out what’s true and what isn’t.
“Leave informed, confident and ready to cast your ballot,” the promotion promises.