Some of the 11 propositions on Tuesday’s California ballot are tied to high-profile issues, like the death penalty or the three-strikes law. Others, like Prop. 40, which deals with state redistricting, aren’t as buzz-worthy—but no less important. To get to the bottom of the wonkiest measures up for a vote—propositions 32, 33, 37, 38, and 40—we read up on both sides of each argument so you don’t have to. Here’s what we found out:
What to Know Before You Vote About… Prop 32
What to Know Before You Vote About… Prop 33
What to Know Before You Vote About… Prop 37
What to Know Before You Vote About… Prop 38
What to Know Before You Vote About… Prop 40