KQED's Forum Election 2024: California Proposition 36 Would Increase Penalties for Theft and Drug Offenses
Sep 23, 2024
Darrell Steinberg, the mayor of Sacramento, and Jeff Reisig, the district attorney of Yolo County, dive into California Proposition 36, which proposes stricter penalties for theft and drug offenses. They discuss how it contrasts with Proposition 47's emphasis on treatment, and how rising retail theft and homelessness relate to the state's criminal policies. The conversation covers the challenges of funding treatment for addiction and the realities of crime post-pandemic, urging listeners to think critically about justice and community impact as they approach the vote.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
California Proposition 36: A Shift in Crime Policy
02:25 • 10min
Exploring the Realities of Retail Theft and Proposition 36
12:35 • 3min
Understanding California Proposition 36
15:14 • 19min
Debating California Proposition 36: Perspectives on Crime and Justice
33:49 • 3min
California's Proposition 36: A Double-Edged Sword
36:27 • 16min
Addressing Rural Challenges in Drug and Theft Initiatives
52:21 • 3min