Californians, Get Out and Vote Says Secretary of State Shirley Weber

October 23, 2025

California Secretary of State Dr. Shirley Weber discussed voting accessibility during a recent American Community Media news briefing, highlighting her family's personal voting history and the challenges minority voters have historically faced. Weber emphasized California's efforts to make voting accessible for its diverse population, noting that over 2. 5 million votes had already been cast for the November 4 special election on Proposition 50.

Who is affected

California voters participating in the November 4 special election
Minority voters who have historically faced ballot access challenges
Eligible voters who missed the registration deadline but can still register on Election Day
Non-English speaking voters who can access ballots in nine different languages
Congressional representation potentially affected by Proposition 50's redistricting impact

What action is being taken

Mail-in ballots have been sent to all eligible California voters for the special election
Secure ballot boxes are being placed throughout the state for ballot drop-off
Same-day voter registration is being offered at polling places on November 4
The Secretary of State's office is providing ballots in multiple languages
California is implementing various measures to ensure accessible voting for its diverse population

Why it matters

Proposition 50 could significantly impact political representation by allowing the Legislature to redraw Congressional districts, potentially adding 5 Democratic seats
The initiative represents an effort to counter Texas' redistricting that added 5 Republican seats
California's voting accessibility measures help address historical barriers faced by minority voters
The state's Voter Bill of Rights provides important protections for eligible voters
The current voting processes occur against the backdrop of the Supreme Court's deliberation on the Louisiana v. Callais redistricting case, which could impact the national Voting Rights Act

What's next

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