My election ballot: State measures 54-59

Oregon State Measure 54: Yes. A little bit of Constitutional clean-up that I'm glad we're doing.

Oregon State Measure 55: No. Is pretending that the old district lines are still in force any less confusing a way to deal with redistricting than the current way?

Oregon State Measure 56: Yes. Living in a democracy has its responsibilities, and one of those responsibilities is voting. People who can't be bothered to fulfill their responsibilities should not be given veto power over everyone else.

Oregon State Measure 57: No. Judges should be allowed discretion in determining sentencing for crimes. (Besides which, why does Oregon dictate minimum sentencing in our Constitution?)

Oregon State Measure 58: No. School districts should be allowed discretion in determing what policies are best for their students.

Oregon State Measure 59: No. An unlimited tax deduction for federal taxes is special pleading for the wealthy. If we're going to give a tax deduction for anything new (and we shouldn't), then why not expenses for food and medicine?