For in depth knowledge about the questions go HERE. This is for eligable residents of Massachusetts (where I reside), if you want your state's ballot questions google search 2008 "state ballot questions" + your state (quotations not neccessary). Make sure to vote tomorrow (November 4th).
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Question 1: Abolish State Income Tax (5.3% flat tax)
Although
this would put $3,600 (on average) directly into the bank accounts of
the average taxpayer each year, it would wipe out 40% of the state
budget and take with it a whole host of social services that we've come
to enjoy over the past few decades.
What Your Vote Will Do
A YES VOTE
would reduce the state personal income tax rate to 2.65% for the tax
year beginning on January 1, 2009, and would eliminate the tax for all
tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2010.
A NO VOTE would make no change in state income tax laws [more]
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Question 2: Decriminalize Marijuana Possession
This would
replace criminal penalties for possession of one ounce or less of the
drug with civil penalties, making it comparable to a parking ticket.
What Your Vote Will Do
A YES VOTE would replace the criminal penalties for possession of one ounce or less of marijuana with a new system of civil penalties.
A NO VOTE would make no change in state criminal laws concerning possession of marijuana.
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Question 3: Ban Greyhound Racing
Would place a permanent ban on greyhound racing in Massachusetts. This has been tried twice before and was defeated both times.
What Your Vote Will Do
A YES VOTE would prohibit dog races on which betting or wagering occurs, effective January 1, 2010.
A NO VOTE would make no change in the laws governing dog racing.
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Please discuss what concerns your state is facing on tomorrow's ballot.
Most importantly, remember to vote! (November 4th)
Comment by ENIG MUE — November 3, 2008 @ 1:21 PM
IMHO, I dont think our economy can sustain its social services with a 2.65% income tax rate and especially with no income tax. I dont really see why people would want a measly $4Gs over some of the luxaries we have living in the Bean.
They definitely should be leaner on the pot laws, until I see weed itself totally destroy someones life anyway, and I highly doubt weed alone is gonna send someone spiraling into violent crime.
The third question seems like a concern only for PETA advocates and prolly why its been shot down twice already. It brings too much income to the state and its problems haven’t spilt into a problem for ME, let em do their thing.
Comment by Animal Mother — November 3, 2008 @ 1:26 PM
Haha, finally someone is going easy on the potheads…oh wait, theres a $100 fine? that IS BULLSHIT!
Comment by Know — November 3, 2008 @ 1:31 PM
how about voting No on all three questions it is that simple.
Comment by Know (again) — November 3, 2008 @ 1:32 PM
oh yeah and don’t forget to vote tomorrow… this is a very important election.
Comment by ruiner — November 3, 2008 @ 1:33 PM
would you rather get a 100 ticket or go to jail and have that on your record? I know it’s not great, but it’s a step.
Comment by CREAM — November 3, 2008 @ 1:36 PM
im gonna vote to decriminalize marijuana. I am definitely voting no on the other 2.
Comment by Cap of Bloggin — November 3, 2008 @ 2:15 PM
3 No’s is gonna be my deal. I hope the poll lines wont be hours long like ive been hearing.
Comment by Marty McFly — November 3, 2008 @ 2:16 PM
Man, I better not be waiting in line for hours, its cold out!
Comment by Irok Gbox — November 3, 2008 @ 2:18 PM
Voting for McCain is basically voting Palin for president, McCain gonna die before his term is over, EASY.
Comment by Poopa Large — November 3, 2008 @ 2:22 PM
Oooh I don’t like talking about politics, always spawns a big fight, I’ma lover not a fighter.
Comment by straight2dagrave — November 3, 2008 @ 2:26 PM
i agree with irok Gbox, dudes lookin’ rough
Comment by hulu — November 3, 2008 @ 2:44 PM
i dunno about that… such a drastic change can’t be good
Comment by digidog — November 3, 2008 @ 2:44 PM
^ agreed.. i dunno about abolishing hte entire thing.. maybe a little at a time.
Comment by the general — November 3, 2008 @ 2:45 PM
shit.. i wouldn’t mind an extra 4 grand in my bank account.. i could do so much w/ that kinda money.
Comment by crackbook pro — November 3, 2008 @ 2:45 PM
vote yes for proposition 2!!
Comment by aaron b — November 3, 2008 @ 3:01 PM
Who cares….politics sux
Comment by Climax_All4U — November 3, 2008 @ 3:02 PM
This is what’s going on in Massachusetts, huh? Too bad about those Patriots last night…haha!
Comment by LisaB — November 3, 2008 @ 3:03 PM
I agree with Poopa Large….talking politics is ridiculous….you end up getting mad at each other and screaming ensues….silliness
Comment by Ruthie_RealWorld — November 3, 2008 @ 3:12 PM
Question #3 is the best…whether to make Greyhound Racing illegal in Massachusetts…..it might actually pass this year but I don’t think it will.
Comment by crackbook pro — November 3, 2008 @ 3:15 PM
Money coming back in the pocket is good in the shortrun but think about the bigger picture. This sounds like a farce, like the "stimulus checks". Shit didn’t stimulate anything. People paid their bills with that money.
Comment by KamalaMyBX — November 3, 2008 @ 3:20 PM
Marijuana….yummy!!!!!!!!! Legalize it!!!
Comment by NJDevilBWS_east — November 3, 2008 @ 3:21 PM
"No" on all three although I do feel bad for the greyhounds who chase a rabbit that they’re never going to catch.
Comment by LisaB — November 3, 2008 @ 3:29 PM
Definitely "Yes" on 3. It’s inhumane what goes on at those stoopid dog tracks…
Comment by the general — November 3, 2008 @ 3:30 PM
Keep that money coming my way crackbook. If you don’t want it…I’ll take it!
Comment by LexLuthor45 — November 3, 2008 @ 3:32 PM
Is Obama or McCain gonna take it? My money’s on whoever takes Florida and because Bush basically runs that state, McCain will win it. It’s 2000 all over again.
Comment by the general — November 3, 2008 @ 3:32 PM
It’s gonna come down to one or two key states and Florida might be the difference. But if NH votes for Obama, that speaks volumes.
Comment by Obama2008 — November 3, 2008 @ 3:33 PM
Vote for me…vote for me!!!!
Comment by 411Miss — November 3, 2008 @ 3:33 PM
I want McCain to win so I can see Tina Fey do Sarah Palin for four more years.
Comment by the general — November 3, 2008 @ 3:35 PM
All this polling means nothing because so many people are going to change their mind when they go into the voter’s booth. Tomorrow should be a National holiday if Obama wins.
Comment by KreskaCal — November 3, 2008 @ 3:36 PM
If we have 4 more years of Republican rule I’m going to those stupid mid-west states that vote for McCain and blow them up.
Comment by ruiner — November 3, 2008 @ 4:54 PM
i don’t think mccain has a shot.
as far as these local elections go, I am thinking no straight down. maybe yes for the decriminalization of marijuana that doesn’t seem too bad
Comment by El Capi-tan — November 4, 2008 @ 4:18 PM
I second that marijuana statement