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California's Prop. 50 Passes, Boosting Democratic Redistricting Efforts

3/28/2026

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Prop. 50 passed in California with 65% voter approval, enabling redistricting to favor Democrats.
Gavin Newsom sought Barack Obama’s advice last summer.
Obama expressed support for the initiative.
Analysts say Prop. 50 could yield five additional House seats.
In a video, Obama says “Democracy is on the ballot” and criticizes Republicans for trying to rig the election.

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Prop. 50 passed in California with 65% voter approval, enabling redistricting to favor Democrats.
Gavin Newsom sought Barack Obama’s advice last summer.
Obama expressed support for the initiative.
Analysts say Prop. 50 could yield five additional House seats.
In a video, Obama says “Democracy is on the ballot” and criticizes Republicans for trying to rig the election.