VOTE YES
Summary:
Proposition 3 seeks to amend the California Constitution by removing the language established by Proposition 8, which defined marriage as being between a man and a woman. This proposition would enshrine the right to marry for all individuals, regardless of sex or race, into California’s Constitution. Though same-sex marriage has been legal in California since 2013 due to a U.S. Supreme Court decision, Proposition 3 ensures that California’s state constitution reflects this fundamental right. The proposition is seen as a safeguard following the 2022 U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to overturn federal abortion rights, which raised concerns about the stability of other civil rights, such as same-sex marriage.
Why We Support Proposition 3:
Thrive LA PAC supports Proposition 3 as a reaffirmation of civil liberties and personal freedom, aligning with our commitment to individual rights and equality under the law. The legal protections of marriage for all individuals should not be subject to the shifting interpretations of courts but should be enshrined in California’s governing documents. By supporting Proposition 3, we aim to safeguard marriage rights from future legal challenges and reinforce California’s leadership in upholding civil rights.