On September 27th, in the southern Bay Area city of Morgan Hill, a car parade and gathering under the theme “Join the Fight Against Prop 50 and Measure A” took place. Organized by Max and with candidate Carol providing the venue, the event aimed to urge voters to oppose the related propositions and promote the petition for “California Voter ID 2026”.
Approximately 50 local residents, volunteers, and several candidates participated in the gathering, which featured a parade of around 30 vehicles displaying banners and flags along the route, advocating for election fairness and tax policies. Through volunteer registration and petition actions, the event aimed to expand its impact.
The participants gradually gathered in the Coyote parking lot from 2 pm, decorating their vehicles with the American flag and “Oppose Proposition 50” signs. Under the organization’s arrangement, the convoy departed in an orderly manner, showcasing their stance along the way.
Max emphasized that this car parade was a significant pre-election action, aiming to “remind community residents to express their positions before voting”. He particularly highlighted that Prop 50 “bypasses the independent Citizens Redistricting Commission, transferring power to politicians,” potentially disrupting fair competition. Regarding Measure A, he mentioned that it “increases sales tax under the guise of healthcare but channels the funds into the general fund without specific safeguards”.
Participant Charlene Johnson, in an interview with a media outlet, expressed her active engagement in rallies and marches over the years, aiming to “convey the message of safeguarding fair elections” through car parades. She mentioned her long-term support for related activities by displaying flags on her car and pledged to “continue to be involved until unable to do so”. Another participant, Roger, added that Prop 50 and Measure A “burden taxpayers and lack transparency”, believing these propositions are “unfair to voters” and advising everyone to “personally read the content of bills and make independent judgments”.
Many participants came from out of town. A couple from Sacramento, Megan and Sean, indicated their participation as part of a continuity in Northern California’s mobilization, having engaged in over 200 events during the past three years. They believed that Prop 50 “will solidify the power structure of a single political party” and hoped to “encourage more people to think through networked activities”.
Volunteer Greg Boucher told reporters he has been dedicated to grassroots actions, “encouraging conservative voters to vote and mobilizing community action through door-to-door canvassing”. He aimed for such activities to “make people aware that conservative voices still exist and gradually influence local politics”.
By 5:30 pm that afternoon, the convoy arrived at a lavender estate in Morgan Hill, transitioning into the gathering segment. The venue featured food, music, line dancing, as well as petition booths and volunteer registration counters.
During his speech, Max reiterated the issues with Prop 50 and Measure A. He pointed out Prop 50 as a response to the Texas redistricting case, but California has set up an independent citizen mechanism, “handing it back to politicians is a democratic breakdown”. He cited data on the seat structures of the California Assembly and Congress, stating that Prop 50 would further expand the dominance of a single political party. He stressed, “This is not just the view of a single party; some moderate Democrats also hold similar views”.
Addressing Measure A, Max criticized its “lack of financial transparency and accountability”, referencing county budget deficits and audit data, advocating to “improve efficiency first rather than resorting to tax increases”. He announced the future continuance of organizing car parades, mobilizing volunteers through phone campaigns, and promoting the petition for “California Voter ID 2026”.
Estate owner Carol urged residents to request and display yard signs opposing Measure A and Prop 50. She mentioned printing hundreds of these signs, posting them along main roads and in the community. She alerted that “Measure A channels funds into the general fund rather than exclusively designated for medical purposes, and voters need to pay special attention”. Carol introduced upcoming phone banking actions and volunteer meetings, encouraging more participation to “break the supermajority in the legislature, requiring inter-district cooperation and grassroots involvement”.
Martha, a volunteer introducing herself as Latina, stated, “America is composed of diverse ethnicities, but what’s most important is loyalty to this country.” Her involvement in activities aimed to “protect the electoral system for the next generation”. She deemed voter identification necessary, expressing concerns that “without verification, foreign influences could affect elections, posing a threat to the country”.
Former City Council candidate of Chinese descent, Wendy Huang, expressed concern in a media interview about recent passed propositions.
“California is becoming increasingly extreme, and if we don’t speak up, the consequences will fall on the next generation,” she said, adding that participating in events “allows the community to see each other and know that they are not alone”.
During the gathering, the activist group “Freedom Riders” from Sacramento also made an appearance. They stated their intention to continue organizing large-scale events in Northern California and the Central Valley, aiming to connect more people through actions and remind everyone to vote and express their stands.
Speaker Bob White reminded the audience that even though Measure A includes a “five-year sunset clause,” as a general tax, it could still be extended through future votes, implying that the tax burden might persist long-term once passed.
At the conclusion of the event, Max and Carol together urged participants to continue spreading the message of “Oppose Prop 50 and Measure A” and initiated the petition for “California Voter ID 2026” at the estate. They emphasized the ongoing organization of car parades, rallies, phone campaigns until election day.
Several candidates present briefly spoke, emphasizing their commitment to being closely aligned with community needs and encouraging volunteers to engage in actions to “break the legislative supermajority”.