
Here is the third in our series of voter guides, this time put together for by the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association. Once again, these recommendations do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Thinking Right Blog.
Prop. 30: Income and sales tax increase
7.05.2012 | INITIATIVES

Raises California’s base sales tax from 7.25% to 7.5% for the next four years, and increases income taxes for seven years — including this year — on those earning more than $250,000 a year by 11%. The tax increases incrementally so that those making more than $1,000,000 will see a jump of 29%. Tax revenues are estimated to increase by $6.8 to 9 billion annually if this measure passes. These funds are to be available to address the state’s budgetary problem by paying for spending commitments.
This measure is supported by Governor Jerry Brown and numerous government employee unions.
Supporters say the tax increase will help the state avoid painful cuts to services we all care about and balance the budget.
Opponents say California’s taxes are already among the highest in the nation. Opponents say the deficit is a result of mismanagement by state politicians who have failed to enact reforms such as pension and regulatory reform or to reduce the influence of special interests. Some who oppose this measure also disagree because the favor Molly Munger’s competing tax increase proposal.
Supporters website: ProtectSchoolsandPublicSafety.org
Opponents website: ReformsAndJobsNotTaxes.com
CLICK HERE FOR THE TEXT OF THE INITIATIVE
Prop. 31: New government accountability procedures
7.05.2012 | INITIATIVES
Implements procedural changes in the way California’s government functions. The proposal would extend to two years from one the amount of time politicians have to pass a budget, prohibit new projects costing over $25 million unless spending cuts or tax increases are implemented simultaneously, allow the Governor to cut spending without Legislative approval in a declared fiscal emergency, implement new performance reviews of government programs and allow local governments to amend state laws related to spending to suit the needs in their area.
This proposal is backed financially by Nicolas Berggruen, a billionaire who has previously funded efforts to increase taxes and regulation.
The measure does not yet have any organized opposition.
Supporters website: CaFwd-Action.org
CLICK HERE FOR THE TEXT OF THE INITIATIVE
Prop. 32: Stop special interest money
7.05.2012 | INITIATIVES

Opponents say this proposal is a ploy to reduce the influence of government employee unions, without meaningfully reducing corporate influence.
Supporters website: StopSpecialInterestMoney.org
Opponents website: StopSpecialExemptions.org
CLICK HERE FOR THE TEXT OF THE INITIATIVE
Prop. 33: Insurance discounts for continuous coverage
7.05.2012 | INITIATIVES

Opponents question the motives of Mercury Insurance, the main financial backer of this initiative. They say Mercury Insurance provides poor customer service and is backing a deceptive proposal. Opponents claim the true purpose of the initiative is to increase insurance company revenue by punishing individuals who have failed to maintain continuous insurance coverage.
Supporters website: 2012AutoInsuranceDiscount.com
Opponents website: None yet
CLICK HERE FOR THE TEXT OF THE INITIATIVE
Prop. 34: Abolition of capital punishment
7.05.2012 | INITIATIVES

Opponents say abolishing the death penalty does a disservice to crime victims who have lost loved ones at the hands of some of California’s most vicious murderers. Opponents say a better way to cut costs would be to carry out the executions of those sentenced to death and reduce excessive delays. They also point out the justice system has multiple safeguards to protect the innocent. Opponents disagree that life without the possibility of parole ensures the state’s most vicious murderers will never again harm anyone because escapes and violence against correctional officers and fellow inmates continues to pose a risk.
Supporters website: SafeCalifornia.org
Opponents website: WaitingforJustice.net
CLICK HERE FOR THE TEXT OF THE INITIATIVE
Prop. 35: Increased punishment for sexual exploitation
7.05.2012 | INITIATIVES

Supporters website: CaliforniaAgainstSlavery.org
CLICK HERE FOR THE TEXT OF THE INITIATIVE
Prop. 36: Penalty reduction for Three Strikes offenders
7.05.2012 | INITIATIVES

Supporters say the convicted criminals who this proposal would release from jail have received excessive punishments for unserious crimes such as petty theft or drug possession. They also argue judges will not approve early release for criminals who still pose a public safety threat.
Opponents say all criminals convicted under the Three Strikes law have been convicted of at least two violent or serious offenses prior to their third strike. Opponents also say Three Strikes has substantially reduced crime in California by taking dangerous criminals off the streets. They point out nobody receives an automatic third strike, but rather under the law prosecutors have the discretion to seek a third strike conviction on a criminal they deem to pose a serious threat to public safety.
Supporters website: FixThreeStrikes.org
Three Strikes website: ThreeStrikes.org
CLICK HERE FOR THE TEXT OF THE INITIATIVE
Prop. 37: Labels for genetically modified foods
7.05.2012 | INITIATIVES

Opponents say genetically modified crops have been in use for decades worldwide and numerous studies prove them safe in addition to contributing to a healthier environment and less world hunger. While supporters say this proposal costs nothing, proponents point out the Legislative Analyst’s fiscal impact study said millions of dollars in new costs could be imposed on Californians as a result of frivilous lawsuits made possible if this measure were to pass.
Supporters website: CARightToKnow
Opponents website: NoProp37.com
CLICK HERE FOR THE TEXT OF THE INITIATIVE
Prop. 38: Income tax increase for schools
7.05.2012 | INITIATIVES

Supporters say the initiative makes an important investment in the future of California childrens by substantially increasing education funding. Proponents say California K-12 schools are California’s primary engine for social mobility and opportunity. They also say their proposal is more desirable than the Governor’s tax increase measure, which will appear on the same ballot, because the Governor’s proposal does not specifically earmark the funds it raises for schools.
Opponents say this proposal will harm the economy and kill jobs at a time when California already suffers a high tax and regulatory burden and an unemployment rate that is among the worst in the nation. Furthermore, opponents say the typical family simply cannot afford a tax increase of this magnitude in these tough economic times. Some opponents also disagree with this proposal because they favor the Governor’s tax increase measure instead. Backers of the competing proposal say while this initiative might provide additional funds for education, it will not solve the state’s budget deficit.
Supporters website: OurChildrenOurFuture2012.com
Opponents website: None yet
CLICK HERE FOR THE TEXT OF THE INITIATIVE
Prop. 39: Tax increase for renewable energy
7.05.2012 | INITIATIVES

Supporters say the tax increase results from closing a loophole that gave preferential treatment to businesses with operations outside California. They furthermore argue increased taxpayer-backed spending on renewable energy will be good for the environment and will create green jobs.
Opponents say the tax increase will worsen California’s already high unemployment rate by making the state even more difficult to do business in. They point out California currently has the highest business taxes in the western United States and one of the nation’s heaviest regulatory burdens. Opponents say the state should address its anti-jobs climate instead of raising taxes.
Supporters website: CleanEnergyJobsAct.com
Opponents website: None yet
CLICK HERE FOR THE TEXT OF THE INITIATIVE
Prop 40: Redistricting referrendum
7.05.2012 | INITIATIVES

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