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California’s Voting Changes Didn’t Boost Turnout | Oakland News
California’s primary elections dragged on longer than expected thanks to new voting reforms—like universal mail-in ballots and late registration—designed to boost turnout. But despite a 41% turnout (slightly up from recent years but still below levels seen in the 2000s), the changes haven’t closed the gap in voter demographics. Younger voters and people of color still show up less than older, wealthier white homeowners. While officials acknowledge accessibility matters, they say it’s not enough—candidates and parties must do more to motivate voters. With over 23 million registered voters, the…
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