Court Allows Non-Citizens to Vote in San Francisco School Board Elections
A state appeals court in California has ruled in favor of laws in two cities, including San Francisco, that allow noncitizen parents to vote in school board elections. The court overturned a previous ruling that declared the legislation invalid, stating that the "may vote" language in the state Constitution does not restrict the authority of state or local governments to expand voting rights. The decision has sparked debate over whether the Founding Fathers intended to allow non-citizens to vote in American affairs. The ruling is seen as a victory for immigrant parents and proponents argue that it leads to better outcomes for all students and communities. However, critics argue that allowing non-citizens to vote goes against the intentions of the Constitution.