2010 Christian Voter Guide Recommendations2010 Christian Voter Guide Recommendations
Statewide Races
Ratings:
Election Forum ranks every aspect of a candidate’s record. Nothing is overlooked, from their positions, their contributions and who contributed to them to endorsements and much more. Experience. Integrity. Commitment to community.
Every candidate is considered after thorough research; we also have a questionnaire for candidates to complete.
- Three Thumbs Up: Strongest endorsement for values voters
- Two Thumbs Up: Above average
- Thumbs Up: Better than opponent, vote represents “lesser of two evils”
- No Endorsement: We either oppose the candidates or have found no reason to support a candidate. If you don’t vote for a candidate or issue, all your other votes still count.
Note: Historically third party candidates and write—in candidates do not win statewide elections in California. Click here to see article on Voting Your Christian Values.
Statewide Offices (including Senator and Propositions)
Governor - Carlos Alvarez, Peace and Freedom
- Chelene Nightingale, American Independent
- Dale F. Ogden, Libertarian
- Edmund G. “Jerry” Brown, Democratic
- Laura Wells, Green
- Meg Whitman, Republican
Note: Historically third party candidates and write—in candidates do not win statewide elections in California. Click here to see article on Voting Your Christian Values.
Lieutenant Governor - Abel Maldonado, Republican
- C. T. Weber, Peace and Freedom
- Gavin Newsom, Democratic
- James “Jimi” Castillo, Green
- Jim King, American Independent
- Pamela J. Brown, Libertarian
- Karen England (write-in candidate)
Note: Historically third party candidates and write—in candidates do not win statewide elections in California. Click here to see article on Voting Your Christian Values.
Secretary of State - Ann Menasche, Green
- Christina Tobin, Libertarian
- Damon Dunn, Republican
- Debra Bowen, Democratic
- Marylou Cabral, Peace and Freedom
- Merton D. Short, American Independent
Controller - Andrew “Andy” Favor, Libertarian
- John Chiang, Democratic
- Karen Martinez, Peace and Freedom
- Lawrence G. Beliz, American Independent
- Ross D. Frankel, Green
- Tony Strickland, Republican
Treasurer - Bill Lockyer, Democratic
- Charles “Kit” Crittenden, Green
- Debra L. Reiger, Peace and Freedom
- Edward M. Teyssier, Libertarian
- Mimi Walters, Republican
- Robert Lauten, American Independent
Attorney General - Diane Beall Templin, American Independent
- Kamala D. Harris, Democratic
- Peter Allen, Green
- Robert J. Evans, Peace and Freedom
- Steve Cooley, Republican
- Timothy J. Hannan, Libertarian
Note: Historically third party candidates and write—in candidates do not win statewide elections in California. Click here to see article on Voting Your Christian Values.
Insurance Commissioner - Clay Pedersen, American Independent
- Dave Jones, Democratic
- Dina Josephine Padilla, Peace and Freedom
- Mike Villines, Republican
- Richard S. Bronstein, Libertarian
- William Balderston, Green
Note: Historically third party candidates and write—in candidates do not win statewide elections in California. Click here to see article on Voting Your Christian Values.
State Superintendent of Public Instruction - Larry Aceves
- Tom Torlakson
- Diane Lenning (write-in candidate)
Note: Historically third party candidates and write—in candidates do not win statewide elections in California. Click here to see article on Voting Your Christian Values.
U.S. Senate
United States Senator - Barbara Boxer, Democratic
- Carly Fiorina, Republican
- Duane Roberts, Green
- Edward C. Noonan, American Independent
- Gail K. Lightfoot, Libertarian
- Marsha Feinland, Peace and Freedom
Judges
JudgeVoterGuide.com ranks every aspect of a candidate’s record on a scale of 1 (most activist) to 10 (most constructionist).
Nothing is overlooked, from a judge’s rulings to on-the-record statements to American Bar Association ratings. We also look at their stated positions and contributions as well as who’s endorsing them.
Finally, each judge’s career is considered from a bird’s-eye view. Experience. Integrity. Commitment to community. We even personally talk to the candidates.
Ratings:
Judicial Index Average
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| Judicial Activist | Strict Constructionist |
- Positions
- Contributions
- Rulings
- Statements
Qualifications
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| Unqualified | Very Qualified |
- Experience
- Reputation
- Integrity
- American Bar
Association
ratings
On the state Courts of Appeal, you vote “yes” or “no.” If a majority says “no,” they are out of the office and the Governor must select a new judge.
California Supreme CourtClick on the California Supreme Court for basic, not all, of our research - Carlos Moreno (Do Not Recommend—Rating average: 2)
- Ming Chin (Do Not Recommend—Rating average: 6)
- Tani Cantil-Sakauye (Do Not Recommend—Rating average: 6)
Propositions
- No - Proposition 19—Legalizes Marijuana Under California But Not Federal Law. Permits Local Governments to Regulate and Tax Commercial Production, Distribution, and Sale of Marijuana—State of California
- Yes - Proposition 20—Redistricting of Congressional Districts—State of California
- No - Proposition 21—Establishes $18 Annual Vehicle License Surcharge to Help Fund State Parks and Wildlife Programs. Grants Surcharged Vehicles Free Admission to All State Parks—State of California
- No - Proposition 22—Prohibits the State From Borrowing Or Taking Funds Used for Transportation, Redevelopment, Or Local Government Projects and Services—State of California
For explanation, click here - Yes - Proposition 23—Suspends Air Pollution Control Laws Requiring Major Polluters to Report and Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions That Cause Global Warming Until Unemployment Drops to 5.5 Percent Or Less for Full Year—State of California
- No - Proposition 24—Repeals Recent Legislation That Would Allow Businesses to Lower Their Tax Liability—State of California
- No - Proposition 25—Changes Legislative Vote Requirement to Pass Budget and Budget-Related Legislation From Two-Thirds to A Simple Majority. Retains Two-Thirds Vote Requirement for Taxes—State of California
- Yes - Proposition 26—Requires That Certain State and Local Fees Be Approved By Two-Thirds Vote. Fees Include Those That Address Adverse Impacts on Society Or the Environment Caused By the Fee-Payer's Business—State of California
- No - Proposition 27—Eliminates State Commission on Redistricting. Consolidates Authority for Redistricting With Elected Representatives—State of California
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