Writing Pros & Cons for State or Local League

The League is committed to providing voters with the information they need to make informed decisions. An important education tool is the Pros & Cons, which provides concise and unbiased summaries of ballot measures for every election.

Are you interested in writing Pros & Cons for your local or State League but are intimidated or unsure about the process? Or are you just interested in the general process of writing Pros & Cons? Watch this training session!

In this video, you will learn about the basics of how to write Pros & Cons, including an intro to utilizing official reports, the importance of converting that data into plain language–and more. Watch today to learn what it takes to be a Pros & Cons writer!

Helpful Resources

• Writing Guide for Pros & Cons & In-Depths
• People First Language Guide
• Writing Local Pros & Cons (video)
• Glossary of Election Terms (available in several languages)
  • Multilingual Services from the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk
• CAL-ACCESS Resources from the Secretary of State
• Chat from the live training