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48 hills
11 hours ago
SF politics

OPINION: The lies behind Prop. 36 - 48 hills

Proposition 36 misrepresents its focus on homelessness and addiction while proposing harsher penalties without addressing underlying issues. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 day ago
Los Angeles

What's on the November ballot in California?

California's swing districts are crucial for determining control of the U.S. House of Representatives in the upcoming elections. [ more ]
48 hills
11 hours ago
SF politics

OPINION: The lies behind Prop. 36 - 48 hills

Proposition 36 misrepresents its focus on homelessness and addiction while proposing harsher penalties without addressing underlying issues. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 day ago
Los Angeles

What's on the November ballot in California?

California's swing districts are crucial for determining control of the U.S. House of Representatives in the upcoming elections. [ more ]
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Los Angeles Times
12 hours ago
SF politics

Newsom appears unlikely to campaign heavily against Proposition 36 but cautions voters

Governor Newsom is wary of Proposition 36 due to its potential negative impact on marginalized communities and the absence of a funding plan. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
15 hours ago
California

Gavin Newsom said he doesn't have the 'bandwidth' to campaign against Proposition 36

Governor Newsom critiques Proposition 36, citing its financial implications and lack of a funding mechanism, while struggling with his campaign priorities and voter support. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
12 hours ago
SF politics

Newsom appears unlikely to campaign heavily against Proposition 36 but cautions voters

Governor Newsom is wary of Proposition 36 due to its potential negative impact on marginalized communities and the absence of a funding plan. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
15 hours ago
California

Gavin Newsom said he doesn't have the 'bandwidth' to campaign against Proposition 36

Governor Newsom critiques Proposition 36, citing its financial implications and lack of a funding mechanism, while struggling with his campaign priorities and voter support. [ more ]
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Los Angeles Times
1 day ago
SF politics

Column: California voters are fed up with crime and, apparently, inaction by Democrats

California voters overwhelmingly support Proposition 36 to increase punishment for theft and drug offenses despite opposition from Governor Newsom and lawmakers. [ more ]
The Mercury News
1 day ago
SF politics

Statewide poll shows runaway support for Prop. 36 measure to toughen theft, drug crime penalties

Proposition 36 shows overwhelming support among voters, indicating a public shift towards harsher criminal penalties in California. [ more ]
San Jose Spotlight
1 week ago
SF politics

San Jose leaders push Proposition 36 as critics fight back - San Jose Spotlight

Proposition 36 aims to tighten laws on retail theft and drug crimes, potentially increasing incarceration rates and reversing criminal justice reforms. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago
SF politics

Elias: Most of fight over California's Prop. 36 should've been avoided

California faces a costly political battle over anti-crime measures with Proposition 36, highlighting deep divisions regarding crime reform effectiveness. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
1 month ago
California

Newsom signs retail theft bills, taking a shot at Prop. 36. How will it impact the campaign?

California legislates against retail theft with new bills signed by Gov. Newsom, countering an existing ballot measure aimed at criminal justice reform. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
SF politics

Democrats show support for crime measure Proposition 36, call for 'mass treatment' of Californians

Support for Proposition 36 highlights an approach toward treatment-based solutions for drug offenses instead of incarceration. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 day ago
SF politics

Column: California voters are fed up with crime and, apparently, inaction by Democrats

California voters overwhelmingly support Proposition 36 to increase punishment for theft and drug offenses despite opposition from Governor Newsom and lawmakers. [ more ]
The Mercury News
1 day ago
SF politics

Statewide poll shows runaway support for Prop. 36 measure to toughen theft, drug crime penalties

Proposition 36 shows overwhelming support among voters, indicating a public shift towards harsher criminal penalties in California. [ more ]
San Jose Spotlight
1 week ago
SF politics

San Jose leaders push Proposition 36 as critics fight back - San Jose Spotlight

Proposition 36 aims to tighten laws on retail theft and drug crimes, potentially increasing incarceration rates and reversing criminal justice reforms. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago
SF politics

Elias: Most of fight over California's Prop. 36 should've been avoided

California faces a costly political battle over anti-crime measures with Proposition 36, highlighting deep divisions regarding crime reform effectiveness. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
1 month ago
California

Newsom signs retail theft bills, taking a shot at Prop. 36. How will it impact the campaign?

California legislates against retail theft with new bills signed by Gov. Newsom, countering an existing ballot measure aimed at criminal justice reform. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
SF politics

Democrats show support for crime measure Proposition 36, call for 'mass treatment' of Californians

Support for Proposition 36 highlights an approach toward treatment-based solutions for drug offenses instead of incarceration. [ more ]
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#criminal-justice-reform
www.mercurynews.com
6 days ago
Privacy professionals

Letters: Prop. 36

Proposition 36 threatens criminal justice reforms critical for safety and public health by favoring increased prison time over effective prevention strategies. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
SF politics

Editorial: Prop. 36's smart response to crime, addiction, homelessness

California's escalating homelessness, retail theft, and opioid crisis are interconnected issues requiring urgent reforms. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

Santa Clara County DA voices support for Prop. 47 in face of Prop. 36 rollback measure

Santa Clara County DA Jeff Rosen supports Proposition 47 for reducing prison populations but is cautious about changes proposed by Proposition 36. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
SF politics

Progressive California lawmakers rally against Proposition 36

California lawmakers oppose Proposition 36, viewing it as a threat to progress in criminal justice reform and detrimental to underserved communities. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
1 month ago
SF politics

Prop. 36 asks California voters to OK stricter punishments for repeat drug, theft offenders

Proposition 36 seeks to modify criminal justice reforms from Proposition 47, with a focus on retail theft and fentanyl-related issues. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
1 month ago
SF politics

Democrats are choosing sides in California's crime and punishment fight over Prop. 36

Local Democratic officials are uniting to support Prop. 36, emphasizing rehabilitation and accountability in response to rising drug crimes and thefts. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
6 days ago
Privacy professionals

Letters: Prop. 36

Proposition 36 threatens criminal justice reforms critical for safety and public health by favoring increased prison time over effective prevention strategies. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
SF politics

Editorial: Prop. 36's smart response to crime, addiction, homelessness

California's escalating homelessness, retail theft, and opioid crisis are interconnected issues requiring urgent reforms. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

Santa Clara County DA voices support for Prop. 47 in face of Prop. 36 rollback measure

Santa Clara County DA Jeff Rosen supports Proposition 47 for reducing prison populations but is cautious about changes proposed by Proposition 36. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
SF politics

Progressive California lawmakers rally against Proposition 36

California lawmakers oppose Proposition 36, viewing it as a threat to progress in criminal justice reform and detrimental to underserved communities. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
1 month ago
SF politics

Prop. 36 asks California voters to OK stricter punishments for repeat drug, theft offenders

Proposition 36 seeks to modify criminal justice reforms from Proposition 47, with a focus on retail theft and fentanyl-related issues. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
1 month ago
SF politics

Democrats are choosing sides in California's crime and punishment fight over Prop. 36

Local Democratic officials are uniting to support Prop. 36, emphasizing rehabilitation and accountability in response to rising drug crimes and thefts. [ more ]
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San Jose Spotlight
1 week ago
SF politics

Op-Ed: Proposition 36 is a backward mass incarceration plan that solves nothing - San Jose Spotlight

Proposition 36 will reverse progress made by Proposition 47 in addressing crime and supporting rehabilitation. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
4 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

These programs helped former inmates get treatment & jobs. Prop. 36 could slash those funds

Rachel Flores turned her life around post-incarceration and now helps others; Proposition 36 threatens funding for vital services. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

California Prop. 36 leaves Democrats divided. Why members of the Black Caucus oppose it

Proposition 36 highlights a significant divide within the California Democratic Party regarding criminal justice policy and approaches to poverty. [ more ]
San Jose Spotlight
1 week ago
SF politics

Op-Ed: Proposition 36 is a backward mass incarceration plan that solves nothing - San Jose Spotlight

Proposition 36 will reverse progress made by Proposition 47 in addressing crime and supporting rehabilitation. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
4 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

These programs helped former inmates get treatment & jobs. Prop. 36 could slash those funds

Rachel Flores turned her life around post-incarceration and now helps others; Proposition 36 threatens funding for vital services. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

California Prop. 36 leaves Democrats divided. Why members of the Black Caucus oppose it

Proposition 36 highlights a significant divide within the California Democratic Party regarding criminal justice policy and approaches to poverty. [ more ]
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www.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
Left-wing politics

Letters: Prop. 36

Proposition 36 will not effectively address crime or addiction, and may harm successful treatment programs. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

Letters: Data's no help

Homelessness requires structural changes rather than simple solutions, as it is a symptom of broader systemic issues. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
Left-wing politics

Letters: Prop. 36

Proposition 36 will not effectively address crime or addiction, and may harm successful treatment programs. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

Letters: Data's no help

Homelessness requires structural changes rather than simple solutions, as it is a symptom of broader systemic issues. [ more ]
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ABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago
San Francisco

Prop 36 support remains split in Bay Area as debate continues over drug sentences

Prop 36 seeks to increase sentences for drug and theft crimes, aiming to reduce drug-related fatalities and improve community safety. [ more ]
The Mercury News
3 weeks ago
San Francisco 49ers

San Mateo County leaders voice support for Prop 36

Supervisor Ray Mueller advocates for Prop 36 to impose stronger penalties for retail theft and drug crimes amid rising theft rates in San Mateo County. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago
San Francisco

Prop 36 support remains split in Bay Area as debate continues over drug sentences

Prop 36 seeks to increase sentences for drug and theft crimes, aiming to reduce drug-related fatalities and improve community safety. [ more ]
The Mercury News
3 weeks ago
San Francisco 49ers

San Mateo County leaders voice support for Prop 36

Supervisor Ray Mueller advocates for Prop 36 to impose stronger penalties for retail theft and drug crimes amid rising theft rates in San Mateo County. [ more ]
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Thesanjoseblog
1 month ago
SF politics

San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan supporting harsher penalties for criminals

Proposition 36 aims to combat rising retail theft by increasing penalties for petty crimes and offering treatment alternatives for drug offenses. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
SF politics

San Jose mayor forms committee supporting passage of Prop 36

San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan advocates for Proposition 36 to enhance treatment and accountability for repeat drug and retail theft offenders beyond the limitations of Proposition 47. [ more ]
Thesanjoseblog
1 month ago
SF politics

San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan supporting harsher penalties for criminals

Proposition 36 aims to combat rising retail theft by increasing penalties for petty crimes and offering treatment alternatives for drug offenses. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
SF politics

San Jose mayor forms committee supporting passage of Prop 36

San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan advocates for Proposition 36 to enhance treatment and accountability for repeat drug and retail theft offenders beyond the limitations of Proposition 47. [ more ]
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Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
SF politics

New poll shows most California voters want to see tougher punishment for theft, fentanyl crimes

Californians overwhelmingly support harsher penalties for theft and fentanyl-related crimes, reflecting rising public concern about crime and organized retail theft. [ more ]
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