October 29, 2025
Governor Newsom and former President Barack Obama held a virtual Zoom meeting and livestream on October 22nd to rally volunteers supporting California's Proposition 50 ahead of the November 4th election. Obama emphasized that the ballot measure addresses fundamental democratic principles about whether those already in power can manipulate the system to maintain their positions, or whether citizens retain control over choosing their representatives. The former president praised California's efforts to protect democratic processes and noted the initiative carries significance beyond state borders.
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