Ballot propositions are a great way for people to have a direct say, but without real systemic change, they often end up just tinkering around the edges. Instead of just voting on small reforms or funding repairs, we need to be pushing for public ownership and democratic control over key sectors like infrastructure. That $10 billion in California would be better spent if it was going towards community-driven projects, not just patching up a broken system. We need to focus on creating an economy that works for all of us, not just the wealthy.