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发帖数: 26623 | 1 California state candidates
California governor: Vote Jerry Brown
At 72, there is no doubt about Jerry Brown's energy or preparedness for a
second act in a difficult job at a difficult time. He gets our endorsement
in an imperfect but critical choice between a politician Californians know
too well and one they barely know.
California lt. governor: Vote Gavin Newsom
In this race, the edge goes to Newsom for his more expansive and detailed
vision for California's economic and environmental future. His self-
described "passion on environmental stewardship" would assure Californians
of a dedicated and articulate voice on commissions overseeing the coast and
public lands.
California secretary of state: Vote Debra Bowen
This state office needs a leader who is experienced, savvy and able to act
with impartiality. Debra Bowen, a former Democratic legislator knowledgeable
about both the advantages and drawbacks of electronic vote counting, meets
all such qualifications, and should be elected to a second term.
California attorney general: Vote Kamala Harris
Democrat Kamala Harris, San Francisco's district attorney, has pledged to
target the recidivism rate as her No. 1 priority if she is elected attorney
general. A career prosecutor, Harris is analytical, innovative - and
pragmatic - in her approach to crime reduction.
California insurance commissioner: Vote Mike Villines
Mike Villines has shown he can balance competing interests and is willing to
take the heat for doing the right thing. In a close call between good
choices, Villines gets The Chronicle endorsement.
California state treasurer: Vote Bill Lockyer
California needs experience and frank advice in repairing its finances. Bill
Lockyer offers these qualities and deserves re-election.
California state controller: Vote John Chiang
The state controller's main responsibility is to account for and manage all
of the state's funds. When it comes to that responsibility, incumbent John
Chiang has done a solid job. With a proven track record for exercising
leadership under pressure, Chiang is the right candidate for this position.
California superintendent of public instruction: Vote Larry Aceves
A former teacher, principal and superintendent, Larry Aceves comes across as
a seasoned educator who is comfortable with listening - and leading. He is
our choice for superintendent.
California 2010 Senator Race
No endorsement in U.S. Senate race
It is a dismal choice between an ineffective advocate for causes we
generally support and a potentially strong advocate for positions we oppose.
Neither merits our endorsement for the U.S. Senate.
California 2010 propositions
Prop 19: Vote No to legalize marijuana
Even Californians who support the legalization of marijuana should be
extremely wary of Proposition 19. This is a seriously flawed initiative with
contradictions and complications that would invite legal chaos and, more
than likely, fail to deliver its promised economic benefits.
Prop 20: Vote Yes to end role of elected reps in congressional redistricting
Passage of Prop 20 would ensure that a citizens commission, not politicians,
would be drawing the lines for all congressional and state legislative
seats in time for the 2012 election. It would provide guidelines to assure
that keeping communities together - not keeping certain politicians in
office - would be the overriding criteria.
Prop 21: Vote No to vehicle fees for parks
With Proposition 21, California is taking the wrong path for a good cause.
The measure carves out a hands-off budget for state parks, which badly need
financial support. But this piecemeal approach to budgeting via the ballot
box is not the way to set priorities in a state with myriad pressing needs,
especially in these lean years.
Prop 22: Vote No for state restriction on borrowing local funds
Though an appealing concept on the surface, the boundaries between local and
state funds have been blurred in myriad ways since the passage of Prop. 13
in 1978. Prop. 22 does not fix this distorted system: It most protects
cities' interests - at the expense of others.
Prop 23: Vote No on suspensions of the the CA Climate Law AB23
Prop 23 requires that the law, known as AB32, be suspended until the jobless
rate hits 5.5 percent of the population, a level California has experienced
only three times in 40 years. The measure doesn't hit the pause button on
climate change rules, as backers claim. It effectively hits the kill button.
Prop 24: Vote No on repeal of tax breaks for businesses
Prop 24, the so-called Tax Fairness Act, would wipe out three corporate tax
breaks that were part of budget deals in 2008 and 2009, which could mean
serious implications on job growth and research in the tech sector.
Prop 25: Vote Yes for majority vote to pass budget
The two-thirds budget threshold has created a gridlock, resulting in
Californians bearing a high cost, from the IOUs and furloughs being used to
ration cash, to the millions of dollars a day that are piled onto the
deficit when the state enters a new fiscal year on spending autopilot.
Prop 26: Vote No on two-thirds vote for certain state and local fees
Prop 26 would require a two-thirds vote for any fees that do not fit within
a narrow definition in which the payer receives a direct service, access to
property or permit.
Prop 27: Vote No on eliminating the Citizen Redistricting Committee
The results of politician-drawn redistricting schemes are oddly shaped
districts that often break up cities and counties - and make it difficult,
if not impossible, to challenge an incumbent. The Citizen Redistricting
Committee, which was created in 2008 with the passing of Prop 11, serves to
eliminate the involvement of elected representatives in the redistricting
process.
San Francisco supervisor candidates
District 2, The Marina, Pacific Heights: Vote Mark Farrell
Mark Farrell is the candidate who most clearly stands for the pragmatism and
fiscal responsibility that is needed in city government. On issues such as
city payroll, taxes and public power, he would bring a strong voice for
restraint to City Hall. For more information, visit Mark Farrell's candidate
profile.
District 4, Sunset, Parkside: Vote Carmen Chu
The Chronicle endorses supervisor candidate Carmen Chu. She is running
unopposed.
District 6, Tenderloin, South of Market: Vote Theresa Sparks
Safe streets - a phrase used by nearly every candidate in an interview
session - are critical. So are business growth, renewal of a run-down
stretch of Mid-Market, continued development and a balanced housing policy.
Theresa Sparks, a thoughtful moderate, offers the best hope to meet these
challenges. For more information, visit Theresa Spark's candidate profile.
District 8, Castro: Vote Scott Wiener
Scott Wiener, a deputy city attorney, has deep roots in the district. He
would be responsive to the district's needs and bring a measure of reality
to a board that often gets lost in the clouds. For more information, visit
Scott Wiener's candidate profile.
District 10, Bayview-Hunters Point: Vote Lynette Sweet
BART board member Lynette Sweet is determined to make redevelopment work for
District 10, instead of trying to stop it in its tracks. She'll be a savvy,
no-nonsense addition to a board that loves to get lost in the clouds. For
more information, visit Lynette Sweet's candidate profile
San Francisco Board of Education candidates
Board of Education: Vote Hydra Mendoza, Margaret Brodkin, Natasha Hoehn
The Chronicle recommends Hydra Mendoza, Margaret Brodkin and Natasha Hoehn
to fill the three slots for the San Francisco Board of Education in the
November 2010 elections.
San Francisco 2010 propositions
Prop A: Vote Yes for seismic retrofit bond
This measure would provide up to $46 million in bonds to retrofit "soft
story" buildings used for affordable housing or single-room-occupancy
residences.
Prop AA: Vote Yes on license fee increase
Prop. AA would levy a $10 surcharge on vehicle registration to pay for
street repairs, crosswalk improvements, and bicycle infrastructure.
Prop B: Vote Yes for pension reform
San Francisco cannot afford to wait for the return of boom times to adjust
its cost structure. In the context of this economy, and in the interest of
moving toward a sustainable benefit package for city employees, Prop. B is
fair and reasonable.
Prop C: Vote No on requirement for mayoral appearance before Board of
Supervisors
Prop. C orders the mayor to appear each month before the Board of
Supervisors to answer policy questions, ground rules to be decided later.
But this isn't the British Parliament, from which this idea is borrowed. It'
s stagy, divisive and mud-flecked, a wedge to divide, not unite, City Hall.
Voters have gone both ways in two prior votes.
Prop D: Vote No on allowing non-citizen voting in school elections
Allowing non-citizen voting in school elections comes with serious flaws.
There are issues of cost, registration and voting procedures, and it may not
be legal since California courts have unambiguously interpreted the state
Constitution as limiting voting to citizens. If San Francisco approves Prop.
D, there will be an uphill fight to overturn this precedent.
Prop E: Vote No on Election Day voter registration
Supervisors placed this measure on the ballot to allow same-day registration
in municipal elections, such as next year's mayoral election. Under current
law, voters must register at least 15 days before an election, a reasonable
standard.
Prop F: Vote Yes to update Health Board member term
This measure was put on the ballot by Supervisor Sean Elsbernd, City Hall's
top fiscal hawk, to reduce the frequency of elections for the Health Service
Board.
Prop G: Vote Yes on Muni reform
Negotiations, collective bargaining, considering the impact of changes on
the ridership - these aren't radical measures. They would bring the
operators' union into line with other city unions, and give them a reason to
negotiate with city officials. Muni riders deserve at least this much.
Prop H: Vote No on dual offices measure
Voters should reject this get-even measure by Mayor Gavin Newsom, designed
to humble his far-left foes on the Board of Supervisors. This proposal is an
inside-politics grudge fight that shouldn't be on the ballot.
Prop I: Vote Yes for Saturday voting
This experimental measure to open all San Francisco polling places the
Saturday before the 2011 election is worth trying - and because the money
would be raised privately, it's one that won't cost taxpayers any money.
Prop J: Vote No on hotel tax increase
Proposition J jacks up the hotel tax two percentage points to as high as 17.
5 percent. That would be the most expensive hotel tax in the nation.
Prop K: Vote No on hotel tax loophole
Right now online companies are taking advantage of tax code loopholes to
avoid paying cities all over the country their fair share, and that's not
right. But this issue is already being decided in court, and Prop. K is so
vaguely written as to open up new and unnecessary litigation.
Prop L: Vote Yes on civil sidewalks measure
Mayor Gavin Newsom is pushing a workable and fair answer to merchant and
citizen complaints about vagrants sprawled on sidewalks: give police clear
powers to prohibit sitting or lying.
Prop M: Vote No police foot-patrol ordinance
This measure, another fight between board and mayor, would force police
procedures best left to department leaders.
Prop N: Vote No on transfer tax increase
San Francisco doubled the tax on property transactions just two years ago.
It seems that City Hall always finds it easier to "tax someone else" than to
control the growth of government spending.
Oakland mayor candidates
Oakland mayor: Vote Don Perata
As an Alameda County supervisor and as a state senator Don Perata has
demonstrated ability to take on tough issues and build the alliances and
public support needed to produce results. At 65, Perata is older and wiser,
while still possessing the energy and skills to be an active, effective
mayor for a city that desperately needs one.
BART Board of Directors Candidates
BART Board of Directors: Vote James Fang and Carol Ward Allen
Two veteran members face re-election on Nov 2. and deserve voter support.
The two are James Fang, who has served for 20 years as a BART director and
Carol Wart Allen, a retired college professor whose district includes
Alameda and much of Oakland | g*q
发帖数: 26623 | 2 SF Chronicle应该是温和左派,这个endorsement还挺有意思的. | G****s
发帖数: 3523 | 3 please help my memory here.
is sf chronicle the newspaper that hided the criminal's races when a black
killed a chinese father on the street? | g*q
发帖数: 26623 | 4 在SF这种地方,这个endoresement已经很出乎我意料了.比如对Jerry Brown的支持,也是
说"矮子里面拔将军", Senator选举干脆两边都不支持.大麻也没有支持.
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: please help my memory here.
: is sf chronicle the newspaper that hided the criminal's races when a black
: killed a chinese father on the street?
| y****t
发帖数: 10233 | 5 都是屁股决定脑袋的事.
什么左右都是拿来呼悠选票的.
【在 g*q 的大作中提到】
: 在SF这种地方,这个endoresement已经很出乎我意料了.比如对Jerry Brown的支持,也是
: 说"矮子里面拔将军", Senator选举干脆两边都不支持.大麻也没有支持.
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