A number of LBCC students expressed their opinions regarding the Republican Recall Election at a ‘Stop the Recall’ rally featuring President Joe Biden and Gov. Gavin Newsom on September 13th, 2021.
In the audience of the rally, there were dozens of LBCC students standing in the VIP section. Many were cheering and holding ‘vote no’ signs in support of Governor Newsom and President Biden.
Among the audience was Andrea Delgado, a student who voted ‘no’ on the recall. Delgado states that a Republican governor in office could potentially result in more hardships for the working class.
“I know it’s not going to be any better with a Republican governor, especially for working class families. It’s not fair to anyone because we’re going through a pandemic and taking away mask mandates would be horrifying,” said Delgado.
Karleen Antonette, another student against the recall, is concerned about the future of California and the state of the pandemic.
Antonette believes that with a new governor in office, there’s a good possibility that the rate of COVID-19 infections may change for the worse.
“If Larry Elder wins, then masks are going to be optional and that’s going to be terrible. So many more people are going to get sick, like in Orange County, where no one wears masks,” said Antonette.
Some students are also worried that the outcome of the recall could potentially have a threat on women’s rights.
Isabella Pineda, a supporter of Governor Newsom, claimed that she has a passion for social justice and expressed her opinion on the issue.
“Considering the fact that the opposing party and opposing candidate has a very strong view against women and minority women, it’s pretty much fighting against everything that I am,” said Pineda.
The appearance of the President and Governor garnered attention from many students at LBCC, including Wendy Lopez, who stated that she was happy to be a part of such an important event.
Lopez encourages other students to get involved in future political happenings that take place on campus.
“Get out there, look at the news, and vote for the right things,” said Lopez.