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Why Californians should expect ballot measure surprises on election night

Last updated: November 4, 2024 11:55 pm
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The 2024 election season in California has been marked by some unusual dynamics when it comes to ballot measures. With paid advertising taking a nosedive compared to previous years, and major players in the political arena remaining notably quiet, voters are facing a lack of information on the 10 statewide questions they are being asked to consider. This lack of communication could potentially lead to unexpected outcomes on election night, diverging from what polls have indicated.

Longtime ballot-measure strategist Gale Kaufman has described this cycle as “unusual,” noting the record high levels of organic ignorance among voters. Dave Metz, a partner at FM3, a leading ballot-measure polling firm, typically categorizes ballot measure results into three groups. The first group consists of measures where little money is spent, but voter opinions are already well-established. The second group includes measures with well-funded campaigns that have successfully influenced voter opinions. Finally, the third group comprises measures where voters are confused or lack strong opinions, with little effort made to shape their views.

Several measures on the ballot this year, such as Prop 6, Prop 5, and Prop 32, fall into this third category. With minimal campaigning and limited information reaching voters, it is challenging to gauge where these measures stand and whether pre-election polls accurately reflect public sentiment. Ned Wigglesworth, a ballot-measure specialist, emphasized the importance of defining issues on one’s own terms in a campaign, particularly on subjects where voters have conflicting values or beliefs.

Adding to the uncertainty this election cycle is the fact that supporters and opponents of each measure are listed on the ballot itself for the first time. For undecided voters who may not have thoroughly researched the measures, these names could heavily influence their decisions, especially in cases where a measure lacks listed supporters or opponents.

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As the election approaches, the role of these listed groups in shaping voter decisions remains to be seen. Will the absence of opposition sway undecided voters towards certain measures? The unique dynamics of this election season highlight the importance of informed decision-making and active participation in the democratic process.

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