MHS alumnus Alex Lee looks to represent District 25 in State Assembly
By Vaishnavi Josyula Like many recent college graduates in the Bay Area, MHS alum Alex Lee lives at home in the same bedroom as he did in high school. However, the twenty-five year old, who graduated with the Class of 2013, is poised to be the next representative of DistrictContinue Reading
California’s ballot initiative and referendum system explained
By Rachel Wu This election season, you may have heard terms like Proposition 22 and Proposition 16 being tossed around. But what exactly is a proposition? California adopted its proposition system over a century ago to empower citizens through direct democracy by allowing them to propose legislation, vote directly onContinue Reading
Pre-Register to Vote Party encourages teens to vote
By Vanessa Hu The Pre-Register to Vote Party, held by the Milpitas Recreation and Community Services, aimed to inspire teenagers in Milpitas to vote, Program Coordinator Anthony Teschera said in a Zoom interview. The event, which occurred on Zoom on October 16, encouraged attendees to spread awareness about the importanceContinue Reading
A guide to the Milpitas Mayor and City Council candidates
By Brian Dinh On November 3rd, Milpitas residents will have the chance to vote in the municipal election. Citizens will decide on the mayor, who serves for two years, and two City Council seats, which will be held for four years. The officials elected will make decisions that impact localContinue Reading
What’s on a Milpitas voter’s ballot?
By Rachel Wu While the United States presidential election has dominated election season press coverage, it’s important to stay informed and vote wisely in local and state elections as well. Regardless of the outcome of the presidential election, local governments are responsible for decisions on issues that directly affect yourContinue Reading