Campaign Updates
Californians for Democracy
CA Majority Rule Campaign Newsletter Jan 13, 2010
Why We Can!
The California Democracy Act is the start of a movement in California to democratize the state, beginning with the state legislature. Most voters are not aware that the state's problems stem from the fact that the majority of legislators, who are quite responsible, are controlled by a small minority, a situation that runs shockingly counter to the most fundamental of American values.
This is the only campaign that can change that situation. We intend, as well, to raise the issue of what government is about, not only in California, but in America - that it is the way that citizens protect and empower the entire citizenry. And we are building an infrastructure in the state to get those ideas out there, not only for this election and this issue, but wherever understanding democracy matters.
The reaction to our campaign so far has been positive and powerful. This is a chance for the average voter to actually change the future of the state. All we need is a majority of voters, the same majority that has already elected the sensible majority of legislators. We have found that this is a message that people, young and old, have been waiting to hear: You matter!
Can we get on the ballot? If enough people hear this message loud and clear. Will they? If enough people volunteer and contribute - and that takes leadership, in organizations large and small. If you and others dare to take the lead, we will win. But no matter what happens, these essential ideas will be out there for the future, and we will have an infrastructure to make sure they are heard.
Professor George Lakoff
Campaign Chair,
Californians for Democracy
Our Organizing Team
Executive Committee:
George Lakoff,
Campaign Chair
Susie Shannon,
Campaign Director and
PAC Vice-Chair
Eric Bauman
Senior Advisor
Coordinating Team:
Deana Iglesrud,
Political Director
Ellis Goldberg,
Northern California
Field Director
Tom Camarella
Southern California
Field Director
Judy Pope,
Speakers' Bureau Director
Chris Ah San,
State Student Coordinator
Robbie Bruens,
Northern California Student Coordinator
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