Proposition 47 has led to significant retail theft increases in California cities, prompting the introduction of Proposition 36 to impose stricter penalties for small crimes.
San Jose has remained relatively unaffected due to aggressive policing, while Mayors like Matt Mahan are advocating for Proposition 36 to improve local safety.
Prop 36 proposes tougher measures for repeat offenders and aims to provide treatment alternatives for drug crimes, emphasizing government accountability and safety.
Opponents, including Governor Newsom, express concerns about rising prison populations due to stricter penalties, arguing for a need to balance safety and rehabilitation.
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