The state is required to invite and encourage international election observers to witness the voting process, collection of ballots, and certification of results. If majority of voters approve the measure, the legislature will declare California’s independence from the United States.
In a blog post, Marinelli said they realize that 2021 seems a long time to wait. He explained that they need time to have a serious dialogue with California voters regarding the state’s independence. He said, “The voters need to make an informed decision when they go to the polls to determine California’s political future.”
On the other hand, Evans believe Californians will want to secede from the United States if Pres. Trump is re-elected in 2020. He said their ballot initiative will make a vote on that matter possible.
According to him, “We are asking the people to hedge their bet in 2020: vote against Donald Trump, but at the same time vote to schedule an independence referendum for six months later on May 4, 2021. You may end up wanting the referendum” if the President wins another term.
Calexit proponents driven by “irreconcilable difference” between California and Trump Admin.
Evans and Marinelli pointed to California’s “irreconcilable differences” with the federal government as their reason for pushing the Calexit initiative.
