johnjgraff

Michael Weinstein and his AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) are the major backers and financiers of Prop 10. A recent New York Times profile of him quoted Weinstein comparing himself and his persistence to “getting gum stuck on your shoe”. Given Weinstein’s history supporting unpopular ballot initiatives like Measure S that would have effectively put a freeze on new housing construction, should we be concerned that Prop 10 is just his latest attempt to gum up the works for new construction in California? Shouldn’t voters be skeptical of any ballot initiatives tied to Weinstein and AHF?

Thanks Andrew! But aren't the cut off dates, such as the 1978 date you mentioned for Los Angeles, only there because of Costa Hawkins? Prop 10 would open the doors to municipalities creating rent control that applies to all buildings, even single family homes, built at any time. I think part of the problem with Prop 10 is just how sweepingly broad it is.

EDIT: I see you basically answered my question in your second part. Thanks again!

Add to your list Gavin Newsom, the NAACP, and a handful of unions. This issue transcends normal political boundaries which is why "Yes on 10" is lagging in the polls. A majority of voters across the political spectrum agree that Prop 10 will only make the housing crisis worse.

Thanks Liam!