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• THURSDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2025
• WESTSIDESTORY NEWSPAPER
• Corey Jackson Endorses Proposition 50

To Strengthen Democratic Processes and Protect Black Representation in California

"This isn't politics as usual; it's an emergency for our democracy," said Calif. Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson

RIVERSIDE, CA and democratic."

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50 gives us a chance to elect representa- tives who will priori- tize lowering costs for working families."

Dr. Jackson con- cludes, "This is about fairness, representa- tion, and protecting our democracy. I urge every Californian to support Proposition 50 to ensure our voic- es are heard and our communities are pro- tected."

About Assembly member Dr. Corey A. Jackson

He further con-

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Assembly member demned the current

Dr. Corey Jackson announced his strong support for Proposi- the importance of tion 50, a measure checking unchecked designed to enhance power. "We must do the fairness of the everything we can to redistricting process oppose anti-Black ac- in California and op- tions and protect the pose Republican ef- rights we've fought so forts to undermine the hard to win. Proposi- democratic process. tion 50 helps amplify He joins the Legisla- our voices by keeping tive Black Caucus, federal and state pow- the United Domestic ers accountable." Workers (UDW), the California Teachers Association (CTA), and Governor Gavin Newsom in support- ing Prop 50.

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Assembly member

Dr. Corey A. Jackson, DSW, MSW, rep- resents

California's

60th Assembly Dis- trict. Elected in 2022

Families will also have the opportunity to engage with com- munity partners and learn about exciting 5045.

Oktoberfest Continues at Mountain High event and reelected in 2024, he chairs the Human Services Committee and its Budget Sub- committee. With a background in educa- tion and community service, he previously served on Riverside County's Board of Education, represent- ing the communities of Riverside, Moreno Valley, Perris, and Mead Valley. He is also the founder and CEO of SBX Youth and Family Services, which aims to break the cycle of poverty and violence through mentoring, educa- tion, and community organizing. His advo- cacy led to a historic settlement for youth fairness, especially for youth of color. He graduated from CSU

San Bernardino

Jackson further stat- ed that supporting Proposition 50 aligns with efforts to oppose President Trump's de- structive policies that cut vital services, es- pecially those being provided to the under- served citizenry, such as Medicaid, IHSS, and SNAP:

He points to the fact that "MAGA Repub- licans have cut bil- lions from Medicaid and other programs, which risk lives and livelihoods. Proposi- tion 50 is a step to- ward restoring fund- ing and replacing harmful politicians with those committed to our well-being."

The measure also addresses economic concerns, with Jack- son stating:

"This isn't politics as usual; it's an emer- gency for our democ- racy," Jackson stated. "Trump's scheme to rig the next election poses a serious threat to democracy, and especially to Blacks; Proposition 50 pro- vides an important mechanism to ensure voters have a say in how district boundar- ies are drawn in Cali- fornia."

Jackson emphasized that Proposition 50 will empower Cali- fornia voters rather than unelected com- missions, stating, "On November 4th, Prop 50 allows every voter to have a voice in re- distributing districts throughout the State, making the process

Oktober st in "Trump and his al- lies have broken their promises to lower costs, instead raising prices through harm- far more transparent ful tariffs. Proposition political science and earned both a Master's and a Doctor of Social Work from California Baptist University.

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