No More Recalls!

California already faces enough challenges. Now an ugly beast has reared its head to threaten our progress: this recall election. Take a look at the myriad candidates on this ballot. Is this any way to run an election? Of course not. Collectively, we candidates have turned this election into a circus. More importantly, the recall process is a subversion of democracy: the incumbent must receive at least 50% of the votes to remain in office, while a challenger can win with far less. This is beyond reason. We must close the Pandora's box opened by this recall, or we will face a future of uncertainty, retribution and wasted public funds.

The U.S. has no recall provision for its chief executive; elections and impeachment have served the country very well for generations. California does not need a recall provision either. So vote No on this recall, then vote to send a message: the recall provision in our constitution threatens the prosperity of our state.

Links:

Profile on the San Francisco Chronicle website.
Ranken for Governor shirts now available online.
The Pacifica Tribune's front page story, 8/20/03.
My Pacifica Tribune front page column, 10/01/03.
The Pacifica Tribune's front page story, 10/08/03.
Post-election thank-you note to my supporters.
Facts about the recall process.
What You Can Do: Contact your state representatives about this Recall Reform amendment.

Contributions of any amount may be sent to: Ranken for Governor Committee, PO Box 323, Pacifica, CA 94044.

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