"In 2024, roughly 59% of Californians voted for Kamala Harris and 38% for Donald Trump. The number is often used to describe California's partisan shares. Voter registration tells a different story: Democrats at over 44% and Republicans at 25%. Nearly 23% of voters have no party preference. Republicans claimed that because they only have 9 seats (17%), our current maps are gerrymandered and Republicans are underrepresented."
"Really? Every Republican Congress member voted yes on the bill that would cut the funding for food stamps and Medicaid. Was that what people in their districts wanted? If not, people are not well represented by those members. If voters dislike their representatives' job, they should elect someone else regardless of their party affiliation. Elected officials should listen to their people, and voters should cast their votes according to how their representatives are working for them. That is democracy, isn't it? Kyoko TakayamaLivermore"
Roughly 59% of Californians voted for Kamala Harris and 38% for Donald Trump in 2024, while voter registration lists over 44% Democrats, 25% Republicans and nearly 23% no party preference. Republicans claim underrepresentation with only nine congressional seats (17%). Every Republican congressional member voted for a bill cutting funding for food stamps and Medicaid, raising questions about constituent representation. Voters who oppose their representatives' actions should elect different officials regardless of party. The passage of Proposition 50 created a one-party state and disenfranchised millions, contributing to political disengagement and complaints that parties prioritize power and money.
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