Why Vote?

All Catholics in the United States are encouraged to share their concerns in society. Our ability to vote is perhaps the most profound way to let our voices be heard. As the Bishops of the United States remind us, "Every voice matters in the public forum. Every voice counts."

Unfortunately, many of us fail to exercise our freedom to vote. Most Catholic adults are not registered to vote and those who are fail to make it to the polls. Sadly, most Americans, Catholic-Americans included, do not know who their local politicians are or what their politicians stand for.

This webpage, updated regularly, offers helpful articles and suggestions on how to be educated in local, statewide, and national politics. It is also a means to educate voters about Catholic social teachings so that they may go to the polls fully informed.

What does the Church say about
Politics and Voting?

Check out these articles from:

Catholic California Conference (In PDF Format)


United States Conference
of Catholic Bishops

Who Are Our Public Officials?
Click to contact your elected representatives

U.S. Government

United States President George W. Bush (Republican)

U.S. Senator California Barbara Boxer (Democrat)

U.S. Senator California Dianne Feinstein (Democrat)

U.S. Congressman 51st District Bob Filner (Democrat)

California Government

Arnold Schwarzenegger California Governor (Republican)

Denise Ducheny State Senator 40th District (Democrat)

Shirley Horton State Assembly 78th District (Republican)

Juan Vargus State Assembly 79th District (Democrat)

County and City Officials

Greg Cox San Diego County Supervisor First District

Steve Padilla Mayor City of Chula Vista

How Do I Register to Vote?

Go here for
On-Line Voter
Registration Information

Where Do I Go to Vote?

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