Editor,
With only weeks left before Election Day and to ensure a positive outcome for all Californians, I urge all voters who value progress, inclusivity, and the continued advancement of our state to consider the immense importance of keeping Republicans out of the governor’s office. With the current President the stakes are too high for California’s future to risk a regression in policies affecting climate, education, healthcare, and civil rights.
This election is not just about party preference — it is about ensuring that the next governor is someone who will champion the values and priorities that most Californians hold dear. To do this, we must narrow our voting choice by checking polls the day before Election Day, for the Democrat with the best chance of winning and voting for that candidate. This is particularly crucial as vote splitting among several Democratic candidates could inadvertently pave the way for a Republican victory. By uniting behind the candidate most likely to defeat the Republican challenger, we can maximize our collective impact and protect California’s hard fought progressive gains. We will also improve our chances of voting again in future elections.
Timing is Critical. I encourage everyone to vote the day before election day, either by dropping your ballot in a secure dropbox or by delivering it directly to the elections office. This ensures your vote is counted promptly and securely, and avoids any last-minute issues or delays. With so much at stake, let’s make sure every Democratic vote is delivered early and counted.
California stands at a crossroads. Let’s make the right decision, choose unity over division, and keep our state moving forward.
Rick Bonilla
San Mateo
The letter writer is an elected member of the San Mateo County Democratic Party and the former mayor of San Mateo.
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