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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.

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.

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.

Proposition 36, new state law cracking down on retail theft, now in effect

Proposition 36 strengthens penalties for repeat petty theft offenders in California, aiming to reduce retail theft and enhance community safety.

Track the money for Prop 36: Contributions for and against increased sentences for drug and theft crimes

Proposition 36 proposes increased penalties for repeat theft offenders and drug dealers, garnering significant support from major retailers and sparking controversy over prison population concerns.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Proposition 36, new state law cracking down on retail theft, now in effect

Proposition 36 strengthens penalties for repeat petty theft offenders in California, aiming to reduce retail theft and enhance community safety.

Track the money for Prop 36: Contributions for and against increased sentences for drug and theft crimes

Proposition 36 proposes increased penalties for repeat theft offenders and drug dealers, garnering significant support from major retailers and sparking controversy over prison population concerns.

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.
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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.

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Proposition 36 aims to reform Proposition 47 by imposing tougher penalties for drug and theft crimes amid rising homelessness and retail theft in California.

Will Proposition 36 mean more deportations?

Prop. 36 may increase deportation risks for immigrants by reclassifying certain offenses as felonies, prompting concerns among advocates about its community impact.

California voters approve anti-crime ballot measure Prop. 36

California voters support stricter penalties for repeat theft and fentanyl crimes, reversing previous progressive measures aimed at reducing prison populations.

Mahan: Let California judges require drug treatment that ends suffering on streets

Proposition 36 aims to address addiction crisis in California by mandating treatment for repeat nonviolent offenders, shifting focus from incarceration to rehabilitation.

Steinberg: Requiring treatment will only worsen California's drug problems

Proposition 36 presents flawed solutions to homelessness and drug issues, potentially worsening the situation and straining resources.
The measure may reintroduce overincarceration without funding for treatment programs.

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.

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Proposition 36 aims to reform Proposition 47 by imposing tougher penalties for drug and theft crimes amid rising homelessness and retail theft in California.

Will Proposition 36 mean more deportations?

Prop. 36 may increase deportation risks for immigrants by reclassifying certain offenses as felonies, prompting concerns among advocates about its community impact.

California voters approve anti-crime ballot measure Prop. 36

California voters support stricter penalties for repeat theft and fentanyl crimes, reversing previous progressive measures aimed at reducing prison populations.

Mahan: Let California judges require drug treatment that ends suffering on streets

Proposition 36 aims to address addiction crisis in California by mandating treatment for repeat nonviolent offenders, shifting focus from incarceration to rehabilitation.

Steinberg: Requiring treatment will only worsen California's drug problems

Proposition 36 presents flawed solutions to homelessness and drug issues, potentially worsening the situation and straining resources.
The measure may reintroduce overincarceration without funding for treatment programs.
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What do California's propositions mean? Hear from experts on 2024 ballot measures

Proposition 36 aims to increase penalties for theft and drug crimes, provoking debate on its impact on crime and racial disparities in incarceration.

Retail theft, minimum wage: Here's the 10 ballot measures California voters are deciding

California is shifting from progressive criminal justice reforms to stricter laws targeting crime and drug use, as seen in support for Proposition 36.

California Shifts Rightward on Crime in an Election Fueled by Frustration

California voters showed frustration with rising crime, leading to the passage of harsher penalties for shoplifting and drug possession.

Will California Proposition 36 pass on Election Day? Voters have complicated views on crime

California's Proposition 36 may pass, reflecting a complicated voter sentiment towards crime and punishment despite the state's Democratic leanings.

Gavin Newsom reflects on year of arrests made for retail theft, car burglaries a week ahead of election

California's crackdown on retail theft yielded over 3,200 arrests and significant recovery of stolen goods, according to Gov. Newsom.

Skelton: California voters send clear message to Newsom, Democrats

California voters demand stricter penalties for repeated thefts, signaling a shift in public sentiment toward crime and punishment.

What do California's propositions mean? Hear from experts on 2024 ballot measures

Proposition 36 aims to increase penalties for theft and drug crimes, provoking debate on its impact on crime and racial disparities in incarceration.

Retail theft, minimum wage: Here's the 10 ballot measures California voters are deciding

California is shifting from progressive criminal justice reforms to stricter laws targeting crime and drug use, as seen in support for Proposition 36.

California Shifts Rightward on Crime in an Election Fueled by Frustration

California voters showed frustration with rising crime, leading to the passage of harsher penalties for shoplifting and drug possession.

Will California Proposition 36 pass on Election Day? Voters have complicated views on crime

California's Proposition 36 may pass, reflecting a complicated voter sentiment towards crime and punishment despite the state's Democratic leanings.

Gavin Newsom reflects on year of arrests made for retail theft, car burglaries a week ahead of election

California's crackdown on retail theft yielded over 3,200 arrests and significant recovery of stolen goods, according to Gov. Newsom.

Skelton: California voters send clear message to Newsom, Democrats

California voters demand stricter penalties for repeated thefts, signaling a shift in public sentiment toward crime and punishment.
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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.

Trump Wins Presidential Election | KQED

Schiff wins two Senate elections, marking a shift in California's representation to male senators after decades.

Yes or no on Prop. 36? We fact check the drug treatment arguments on the California measure

Proposition 36 aims to replace prison with treatment for repeat drug offenders but faces funding challenges.

Is California Back to Tough-on-Crime Policies? Not Necessarily | KQED

California voters showed support for stricter criminal penalties, but this does not indicate a complete reversal of reform efforts. Advocates need to address public concerns.

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.

Trump Wins Presidential Election | KQED

Schiff wins two Senate elections, marking a shift in California's representation to male senators after decades.

Yes or no on Prop. 36? We fact check the drug treatment arguments on the California measure

Proposition 36 aims to replace prison with treatment for repeat drug offenders but faces funding challenges.

Is California Back to Tough-on-Crime Policies? Not Necessarily | KQED

California voters showed support for stricter criminal penalties, but this does not indicate a complete reversal of reform efforts. Advocates need to address public concerns.
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Election Results - Part 2

Proposition 36 aims to strengthen penalties for theft and drug crimes to deter rising retail theft in San Jose.

Op Ed: A Yes Vote on Prop 36 Can Save Businesses

Support for Proposition 36 is crucial for small businesses in San Jose to combat rising crime and ensure community safety.

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.

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.

Election Results - Part 2

Proposition 36 aims to strengthen penalties for theft and drug crimes to deter rising retail theft in San Jose.

Op Ed: A Yes Vote on Prop 36 Can Save Businesses

Support for Proposition 36 is crucial for small businesses in San Jose to combat rising crime and ensure community safety.

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.

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.
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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.

PRO/CON: Would Prop 36 help California's theft and drug problems or make them worse?

Proposition 36 aims to redefine penalties for theft and drug possession while promoting treatment opportunities for repeat offenders.

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.

Prop 36 aims to force drug offenders into treatment. Would it help solve homelessness?

Proposition 36 aims to address California's homelessness and addiction crises by increasing penalties for low-level crimes and facilitating court-ordered treatment.

Letters: Prop. 36

Proposition 36 threatens criminal justice reforms critical for safety and public health by favoring increased prison time over effective prevention strategies.

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.

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.

PRO/CON: Would Prop 36 help California's theft and drug problems or make them worse?

Proposition 36 aims to redefine penalties for theft and drug possession while promoting treatment opportunities for repeat offenders.

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.

Prop 36 aims to force drug offenders into treatment. Would it help solve homelessness?

Proposition 36 aims to address California's homelessness and addiction crises by increasing penalties for low-level crimes and facilitating court-ordered treatment.

Letters: Prop. 36

Proposition 36 threatens criminal justice reforms critical for safety and public health by favoring increased prison time over effective prevention strategies.

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.
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Latest line: A good week for Walmart, a bad week for BART

Walmart supports Proposition 36 with a $3.6 million donation to enhance penalties for theft and drugs.
BART's ridership remains critical post-COVID, facing funding challenges as support to transit agencies wanes.
The California Teachers Association champions Proposition 2 for school construction funding amid tight polling.

Prop. 36: Opponents of crime ballot measure see fundraising surge while trying to overcome polling deficit

Proposition 36's support is strong, but new funding for opposition campaigns is challenging its momentum.
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District 5 candidates on Prop. 36 increasing punishment for crimes

Proposition 36 aims to reform Proposition 47 by toughening penalties for certain theft and drug offenses, addressing issues like organized retail theft.

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.

District 5 candidates on Prop. 36 increasing punishment for crimes

Proposition 36 aims to reform Proposition 47 by toughening penalties for certain theft and drug offenses, addressing issues like organized retail theft.

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.
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Letters: Data's no help

Homelessness requires structural changes rather than simple solutions, as it is a symptom of broader systemic issues.
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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.
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