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Prop 36: The New Drug War?

Governor Newsom is making headlines with his vocal opposition to California's Proposition 36, calling it a regressive measure that revives the failed "War on Drugs." Proponents say it’s a necessary step to curb the surge in shoplifting. But critics argue it will undo decades of progress in drug policy reform. Do you think Prop 36 is a step back to outdated policies, or a necessary measure for today’s crime rates? Share your thoughts below!

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Tribeca Film Festival 2016: Audience Award - The Return

What would you do with a second chance at life? #thereturn #tribeca #carlarenatascorner #aafca

Many of us know someone, have a relative or have accidentally met an individual who has been incarcerated.  There are fewer of us who know someone who has had “three strikes” and even fewer who have had someone released as a result of the passing of Prop 36. In 2012, California voters passed Prop 36 to reform Three Strikes – the…

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A Year After Release, Only 2 Percent of Three Strikers Charged With New Crimes

A little more than a year ago, Californians voted for Proposition 36, allowing the release of three-strikers convicted of non-violent, non-serious crimes. Since then, about 1,000 people have been released. KQED’s Michael Montgomery followed three men as they left prison and adapted to their new lives outside

[allthatremainsislnl]

yay! first county to do so. hopefully, some of the fellows who I've met at DVI will be released as well.