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Prop 39 Ballot Language Battle | San Diego News
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A California ballot initiative, Proposition 39, seeks to require ID for in-person and mail voting while verifying voter citizenship—but its wording sparked a legal firestorm. The Attorney General’s office initially described it as adding ID and citizenship checks, then pivoted to language saying “citizens can’t vote without ID,” prompting lawsuits from supporters who claim it’s misleading and biased. The AG defends the change, while lawmakers also filed a suit over the “pro” language in the guide. Experts warn that partisan drafting of ballot language often leads to these disputes, since wording can heavily sway voter behavior.
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