Monthly Archives: November 2022

Proposal 5: Vermont will vote to protect reproductive autonomy

Political candidate and referendum posters are placed along a main road November 2, 2022 in Shelburne, Vermont. A sign in favor Article 27 would enshrine a woman’s reproductive rights in the Vermont state constitution following the US Supreme Court’s declaring Roe v. Wade as unconstitutional after 50 years of abortion rights. Robert Nickelsberg/Getty Images; Insider…

Proposal 3: Michigan voters will decide on a constitutional right to abortion

Pro choice supporters gather outside the Michigan State Capitol during a “Restore Roe” rally in Lansing, on September 7, 2022. JEFF KOWALSKY/AFP via Getty Images; Insider Michigan’s Proposal 3 would make pregnancy decisions a state constitutional right. Proponents say that the measure will protect abortion access and medical staff who perform abortions. Opponents say that…

Amendment 2: Kentucky voters could establish that citizens don’t have the right to abortion

Children sit in front of signs encouraging voters to vote yes on Amendment 2, which would add a permanent abortion ban to Kentuckys state constitution, during a rally on the steps of the Kentucky State Capitol in Frankfort, Kentucky, on October 1, 2022. STEFANI REYNOLDS/AFP via Getty Images; Insider Kentucky’s Amendment 3 will change the…

LR-131: Montana could establish law that makes any infant born alive a legal person

Abortion-rights demonstrators shout slogans after tying green flags to a fence at the White House during a protest to pressure the Biden administration to act and protect abortion rights, in Washington, July 9, 2022. Jose Luis Magana/AP Photo; Insider Legislative Referendum 131 will add a statute that protects “born-alive” infants. Proponents say that the law…

Nevada Question 3: Voters will decide on ranked choice general elections and top-five primaries

“I Voted” stickers are displayed at a polling place in Cheyenne, Wyo. on Aug. 16, 2022. Thomas Peipert/AP Photo Nevada’s Question 3 would put ranked-choice voting and top-five primaries. Proponents say that the measure will allow for more votes and more competitive elections. Opponents say the measure will confuse voters and leave room for error….

California Proposition 27: Voters will decide on legalizing sports gambling with revenue going toward social causes

Getty Images; Insider California Proposition 27 would legalize sports betting and give the proceeds to social causes. Tamera Kohler, CEO of the Regional Task Force on Homelessness for the San Diego Area, calls it a “win-win.” Chairman James Siva of the California Nations Indian Gaming Association says it will “undercut tribal sovereignty.” A “yes” on…

California Proposition 26: Voters will decide on legalizing specific types of gambling on Native American lands

Getty Images; Insider California Proposition 26 would allow for specific types of sports betting on Native American lands. Mark Macarro, chairman of Pechanga Band of Luiseño Indians, argues that residents deserve “highly regulated” and “safe” gambling. Kyle Kirkland, president of the California Gaming Association, argues the proposition would create a tribal casino monopoly.  A “yes”…

Missouri Amendment 3: Voters could legalize marijuana for personal use

Getty Images; Insider Missouri Amendment 3 would legalize marijuana use. Proponents say that the measure would be a step forward for criminal justice reform. Opponents say the measure is “a disaster.” A “yes” on Missouri’s Amendment 3 would legalize marijuana use. 2022 General Embeds   Ballot measure details While the use of medical marijuana was…

Arkansas Issue 4: Voters could legalize marijuana with a measure that would also give stipends to law enforcement

Getty Images; Insider Arkansas Issue 4 would legalize marijuana use and provide a stipend to law enforcement. Proponents say that the measure is a step in the right direction. Opponents like Gov. Asa Hutchinson oppose the legalization of marijuana usage. A “yes” on Arkansas’ Issue 4 would legalize marijuana use for adults and give a…

South Dakota Initiated Measure 27: Voters have a second chance to legalize marijuana use for adults

Getty Images; Insider South Dakota Initiated Measure 27 would legalize marijuana use for adults over the age of 21. Proponents say that the measure is about “personal freedom.” Opponents say that legalization will result in consumer addiction. A “yes” on South Dakota’s Initiated Measure 27 would permit recreational marijuana use for adults. 2022 General Embeds…