Rhetorical Analysis

“Looking at Proposition 30”

Adrian Martino

September 29, 2012

Proposition 30

                I think Proposition 30 is vital to California’s future. Today education is a top priority of Californians.  Proposition 30 is a tax raise that will bring in approximately 6 billion dollars of revenue for the California education system.  The money raised if Proposition 30 passes will be used for kindergarten through the 12^th grade, also including Junior Colleges and the University of California system. Proposition 30 will also be providing money for public safety services like police departments and fire departments. Right now Governor Jerry Brown’s proposal has a narrow lead in a recent field poll. Proposition 30 provides for a sales and income tax increase. What it does is raise California sales tax from 7.25% to 7.5%. If Proposition 30 is passed, schools will benefit by funding for education. Personal income tax for people earning over two hundred and fifty thousand dollars will be higher. This tax increase for the rich will last for seven years. This money guarantees funding for California’s educational system. If Proposition 30 passes this November, then reduction to education programs would not take place.

                I am a full time college student I am fully aware of the pros and the cons of proposition 30. This is my third semester here at Cabrillo College and I can’t imagine if Proposition does not pass. If Proposition 30 fails at the polls, there will be approximately 780 less students here at Cabrillo College. Just think about the impact across all college students here in California. Fortunately, I am a full time college student. Depending on what happens this November will decide whether I am able to go to school next year.  Many classes could also be cut due to insufficient funds. With such deep cuts in education if Proposition 30 fails, California will fall even farther behind in its ability to keep up with foreign countries. Many teachers have had their salaries cut in the last three or four years. Support services like custodial services have been greatly impacted. If Proposition 30 passes it will help to reduce California’s debt.  In turn California will have a healthier economy. More people will be able to take advantage of higher learning because of Proposition 30. I am researching Proposition 30 for my English class at Cabrillo College. Proposition 30 has sparked an interest in me because I am a college student that might be affected.

                According to California state university officials, the acceptance of some students will depend on whether Proposition 30 is passed this November. Recently in the Los Angeles Times there was an article about a letter that was emailed to students at California State University Monterey Bay. This letter stated that enrollment will depend on whether Proposition 30 passes. Our California Governor Jerry Brown is in favor of Proposition 30. I think he knows what is best for California. I trust Governor Brown’s proposal to help education with the Proposition 30 tax bill on this November’s ballot. Education is a top priority for Californians.