Politics & Government
Glendora Patch 2012 Election Guide
Before you head to the polls, know the federal, state and local candidates and issues you will be voting on.
Election Day is fast approaching, so here’s what you need to know before you begin to fill out your ballot on Nov. 6.
Aside from choosing between another four years with Democratic incumbent Barack Obama, or electing Republican challenger Mitt Romney as the next new president, California voters have a long list of local representatives and measures to choose from.
In Los Angeles County, many Democratic incumbents face new Republican challengers, but redrawn districts have placed the Democrats with a strong advantage.
Find out what's happening in Glendorawith free, real-time updates from Patch.
With 11 state measures on a crowded ballot, the propositions with the most attention are Proposition 30 and 38, both proposing increased funding for education through higher taxes.
Remember, Tuesday, Nov. 6 is Election Day.
Find out what's happening in Glendorawith free, real-time updates from Patch.
For information on where your polling place is, visit http://www.lavote.net/locator/
Check back with Glendora Patch on Election Day for all-day coverage and results.
President/Vice President
Barack Obama/Joseph Biden, Democratic
Mitt Romney/Paul Ryan, Republican
Patch Coverage of the Presidential Debates
Who Won the First Presidential Debate?
Who Won the Second Presidential Debate?
Poll: Who Won the Final Presidential Debate?
Who Won the Vice Presidential Debate?
Romney or Obama?: Who Insiders Say Won the Presidential Debate
Patch Panelists Defend Their Candidates In Presidential Debate
Final Presidential Debate: California Political Insiders Say Who Won
Third Party Presidential Candidates
Jill Stein/Cheri Honkala, Green
Jerry White/Phyllis Scherrer (Write-In)
Ross C. "Rocky" Anderson/Luis J. Rodriguez (Write-In)
Roseanne Barr/Cindy Sheehan, Peace and Freedom
Sheila "Samm" Tittle/Matthew Allen Turner (Write-In)
Gary Johnson/James P. Gray, Libertarian
Ron Paul/Andrew Napolitano (Write-In)
Thomas Hoefling/Robert Ornelas, American Independent
Virgil Goode/James Clymer (Write-In)
Stewart Alexander/Alex Mendoza (Write-In)
James Harris/Alyson Kennedy (Write-In)
Stephen Durham/Christina Lopez (Write-In)
United States Senator
Elizabeth Emken, Republican
Dianne Feinstein, Democratic
United States Representative; District 27
Jack Orswell, Republican
Judy Chu, Democratic
Coverage of District 27 Candidates
Six Questions for Congressional Candidate Jack Orswell
Orswell Calls Chu Out For Debate No-Shows
Chu Carries Huge Fundraising Lead in Battle for 27th Congressional District
Judy Chu Announces Candidacy in Proposed New District
United States Representative, District 32
David Miller, Republican
Grace Napolitano, Democratic
Coverage of District 32 Candidates
Six Questions For Congressional Candidate David Miller
Glendoran Makes Another Run For Congress
32nd Congressional District: Candidates Clash Over Roles of Government
Six Questions for Congressional Candidate Grace Napolitano
Napolitano Praises Obama's Recent Immigration Policy Move
State Senate Representative, District 25
Gilbert V. Gonzales, Republican
Carol Liu, Democratic
Coverage of District 25 Candidates
Six Questions for Senate Candidate Gil Gonzales
Gil Gonzales Steps Up Campaign Efforts
State Assembly, District 48
Joe M. Gardner, Republican
Roger Hernandez, Democratic
Coverage of District 48 Candidates
Six Questions for Assembly Candidate Joe Gardner
Republicans Court Independent Votes to Overcome Democrat Advantage
Statewide Ballot Measures
California voters will decide on 11 propositions. Check out Patch’s California Proposition Voter Guide for details on each of the propositions.
Los Angeles County Measures
Los Angeles County voters will decide on three county ballot measures.
In Measure A, voters will determine whether to change the LA County Assessor office from an elected position to an appointed position.
Measure J extends the on-half cent sales tax for transportation spending for 30 years.
Measure B would require porn actors to wear condoms on set.
Coverage of Los Angeles County Ballot Measures
LA Supervisors Move Ahead with Condom Initiative
Supervisor Wants Voters' Opinions on Assessor Post
Huff: Measure J Could Hinder Transportation Projects
Governor Signs Bill to Extend Sales Tax for L.A. Transportation Projects
Poll: Will You Support Extended Sales Tax Increase for Transit Projects?
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