Prop 50 Approved in California, Opposed in Mother Lode
Proposition 50, a statewide measure on Congressional redistricting, was approved by California voters on Tuesday with nearly 64% voting in favor and just over 36% voting against. The proposition, supported by Governor Gavin Newsom, permits temporary redistricting of Congressional districts for the 2026, 2028, and 2030 elections.
Newsom introduced this measure to counteract recent redistricting in Texas aimed at increasing Republican Congressional seats, seeking to boost Democratic representation in California.
Local Opposition in Tuolumne and Calaveras Counties
Opposition was strong in Tuolumne and Calaveras Counties, where the majority voted against Prop 50. In Tuolumne County, just over 60% opposed the measure, with under 40% in favor. Similarly, in Calaveras County, over 62% voted no, while just under 38% supported it.
Political Divide by Region
The voting pattern showed a clear regional divide:
- Coastal Democratic-leaning communities generally supported the proposition.
- More conservative inland areas largely opposed it.
"Prop 50 was proposed by Governor Gavin Newsom to boost Democratic Congressional seats in response to redistricting actions in Texas to increase Republican seats."
The map of results highlights this contrast between the state’s coastal and inland voting preferences.
Author's summary: Proposition 50 passed statewide in California, reflecting a divide between coastal Democratic support and inland conservative opposition, shaping Congressional districting for upcoming elections.