Our democracy thrives when everyone, regardless of citizenship status, has the opportunity to engage in their community. Recent years have made it clear that the notion of a universal path to citizenship is a myth, and there are intentional political efforts to keep certain communities unrepresented and invisible.
It is quite disappointing to see two Watsonville City Council members oppose Measure V, especially after claiming that the current system already provides fair representation.
If that were true, they would have simply upheld the city council’s majority decision in supporting Measure V.
Instead, the opposition relies on dog whistle and fear mongering politics, aiming to preserve power structures that exclude, rather than include, the very people they govern.
As a social service organization dedicated to building bridges, fostering community, and ensuring active communal engagement is a cornerstone to communal wellbeing, we urge you to Vote Yes on Measure V.
We ask you to look at the invaluable contributions of DACA recipients and undocumented Americans across this nation who continue to contribute positively to our daily lives. We shouldn’t judge a person’s commitment to their community based on
financial or legal hurdles in a wrought and bureaucratic system that very few people can successfully navigate.
Join us in creating a bright, more inclusive future for our community by increasing representation on commissions to reflect the true diversity of Watsonville. Vote Yes on
Measure V.
You want to vote, become a citizen