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Assembly Bill 28 adds an 11% excise tax to the purchase of guns and ammunition in the State of California. The revenue is supposed to fund programs and initiatives to prevent gun violence, addressing the rise in gun crime we’ve seen over the past 5 years. But how exactly are these initiatives planning to increase safety, and has their effectiveness been proven? How do our second amendment rights factor into this? I’m your host Tess Abraham, and we are diving deep into the world of gun ownership, public safety, and constitutional rights on this week’s episode of The California Conversation!

Website & Sources: For more information about the podcast, please visit thecaliforniaconversation.com. For sources used in researching today's episode, check out my corresponding article at thecaliforniaconversation.com/articles/ab-28. To find your Senate or Assembly representative and information on how to contact them about AB 28, check out my Resources Article at thecaliforniaconversation.com/articles/resources.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - 00:01:30 Show Introduction

00:01:31 - 00:02:46 Summary of AB 28

00:02:47 - 00:06:08 Background - California's Gun Laws

00:06:09 - 00:08:32 Financial Implications

00:08:33 - 00:10:56 Purpose of AB 28

00:10:57 - 00:18:39 Funding What?

00:18:40 - 00:23:42 Response - Points of Agreement

00:23:43 - 00:27:19 Response - Questions About AB 28

00:27:20 - 00:31:11 Response - Areas of Disagreement

00:31:12 - 00:32:37 Takeaways

Assembly Bill 1955, known as the SAFETY Act, prohibits school districts from requiring teachers to notify parents of changes in their child’s pronouns or gender identity. Proponents say this helps to create a safe environment for students to be themselves, but the bill has drawn stark opposition from those advocating for parent’s rights. Join me as we cover all of this and more on today's episode of The California Conversation!

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For more information about the podcast, please visit thecaliforniaconversation.com. For sources used in researching today's episode, and resources referenced, check out my corresponding article at thecaliforniaconversation.com/articles/ab-1955.

Where to find your representatives and how to contact them: https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/who-are-my-representatives

Template for Opposing AB 1955: https://www.thecaliforniaconversation.com/s/Template-for-AB-1955.pdf

Alliance Defending Freedom: https://adflegal.org/

Pacific Justice Institute: https://pacificjustice.org/

ADF Parent Guide for Navigating Gender Ideology in Schools: https://dm1l19z832j5m.cloudfront.net/public/2023-08/ADFD_AD_Parental%20Rights%20Guide_DESKTOP_FINAL2_20230810_SECURE.pdf

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With Thanksgiving just two days away, I want to take the time this week to reflect on what we can be thankful for this year, especially as it relates to legislation passed in 2024, shifts in political patterns after the election, and some characteristics of California overall! Think of today's episode like your Thanksgiving dinner - a mashup of all different topics meant to help you as you celebrate the holiday!

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Website & Sources: For more information about the podcast, please visit thecaliforniaconversation.com. For sources used in researching today's episode, check out my corresponding article at thecaliforniaconversation.com/articles/thanksgiving-2024.

For the California election shift map referred to in today's episode, check out this article: https://www.sfchronicle.com/election/article/trump-vote-california-county-19897935.php

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Senate Bill 450 limits the autonomy of local governments across California to pass housing restrictions protecting single family zoning. Should the state restrict the power of local governments in matters of residential housing? And, is single family zoning important to preserve, or does it promote discrimination and racial segregation? I'm your host, Tess Abraham, and join me as we talk about all of this and so much more on today's episode!

Website & Sources: For more information about the podcast, please visit thecaliforniaconversation.com. For sources used in researching today's episode, check out my corresponding article at thecaliforniaconversation.com/articles/sb-450. To find your Senate or Assembly representative and information on how to contact them about SB 450, check out the Secretary of State's website at https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/who-are-my-representatives.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - 00:01:30 Show Introduction

00:01:31 - 00:07:45 Background (SB 9)

00:07:46 - 00:12:29 Summary of SB 450

00:12:30 - 00:16:07 Why Legislation Matters

00:16:08 - 00:20:48 Big vs. Small Government

00:20:49 - 00:25:20 Protection of Single-Family Zoning

00:25:21 - 00:30:15 Is Single-Family Zoning Racist?

00:30:16 - 00:31:18 Action Items & Show Conclusion

While the election is now over, Governor Gavin Newsom just passed a bill about one of the most debated issues that comes up during election season: Voter ID. I thought it appropriate coming off the general election to dive into the new law, especially since it is set to go into effect before the 2026 midterm. What is this bill, what is it set to do, and what is the general sentiment toward Voter ID laws in our state and country? All of that and more on today's episode!

Website & Sources: For more information about the podcast, please visit thecaliforniaconversation.com. For sources used in researching today's episode, check out my corresponding article at thecaliforniaconversation.com/articles/sb-1174. To find your Senate or Assembly representative and information on how to contact them about SB 1174, check out the Secretary of State's website at https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/who-are-my-representatives.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - 00:01:42 Show Introduction

00:01:43 - 00:03:27 Introduction to SB 1174

00:03:28 - 00:05:33 Background

00:05:34 - 00:09:54 History of Voter ID Laws, Support, & Opposition

00:09:55 - 00:13:13 Voter Fraud

00:13:14 - 00:24:16 Common Sense Responses

00:24:17 - 00:27:00 What can YOU do?

The 2024 election is over, and it's time to examine the results of California's ballot propositions and key candidates! I'll be breaking down where all the races stand post election day on today's bonus episode of the show!

Website & Sources: For more information about the podcast, please visit thecaliforniaconversation.com. As mentioned, go check on the status of your ballot here, before December 1st: https://california.ballottrax.net/voter/. If your ballot was NOT counted, find your county registrar here and contact them ASAP: https://www.calvoter.org/county_contact.

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Happy Election Day! Today is the day to get out to the polls and exercise the greatest privilege we have in this country: voting! After months of preparation together, we finally get to cast our ballots and make known the representatives we want in office and our views on the 10 propositions affecting California. But some make the argument that living in a state like California means that your vote doesn’t really matter. How do we respond to this if the results of the election aren’t what we hope for them to be? If the outcomes of the propositions are not what we voted for, then did our vote really matter at all? I want to give you some encouragement on how to think about election results, whether good or bad, on today’s election episode of The California Conversation!

You can find my voter guide and resources on candidates here:

Website & Sources: For more information about the podcast, please visit thecaliforniaconversation.com. Check out my 2024 Voter Guide at thecaliforniaconversation.com/articles/voter-guide for a summary of the propositions. For sources used in researching today's episode, check out my corresponding article at thecaliforniaconversation.com/articles/election-day.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - 00:04:59 Happy Election Day!

00:05:00 - 00:09:32 Examples of Failed Propositions

00:09:33 - 00:11:48 Examples of Failed Campaigns

00:11:49 - 00:15:44 Examples of Political Movements

00:15:45 - 00:22:03 The American Legacy

00:22:04 - 00:23:01 How to Think About Tonight's Election Results

00:23:02 - 00:28:46 Encouragement to the Christian Specifically

00:28:47 - 00:30:14 Final Thoughts

Jeff Greeson is the Chief Deputy District Attorney for Sutter County in Northern California. He has extensive experience as a prosecutor and Deputy DA, which has given him valuable insight into the criminal justice system in California – especially through legislative changes like the reduction of theft and drug crimes to misdemeanors back in 2014. I had the opportunity to discuss the trends in crime that he has seen over his 16 years of experience, as well as the increase in crime across California as a direct result of legislation. This was an incredible conversation that I know will be so beneficial and interesting to anyone who wants to know what issues are facing our state this election, and how we can push forward common-sense reforms. Join me for a fascinating discussion of crime in California, on this special episode of The California Conversation!

Website & Sources: For more information about the podcast, please visit thecaliforniaconversation.com. For more information from the California District Attorney's Association on Proposition 36, check out this site: https://voteyesprop36.com/. If you want to know more about Proposition 36, reference Episode 3 of the show, or the corresponding article here: https://www.thecaliforniaconversation.com/articles/prop-36.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - 00:01:09 Show Introduction

00:01:10 - 00:05:11 Guest Introduction & Background

00:05:12 - 00:16:28 Background & Legislation Leading to Prop. 47

00:16:29 - 00:22:01 Immediate Aftermath of Proposition 47

00:22:02 - 00:24:27 Types of Criminals and Real Increase in Crime

00:24:28 - 00:29:22 Drug Crime & the Rising Drug Epidemic

00:29:23 - 00:32:56 Real Impacts of Legislation

00:32:57 - 00:36:00 Rise in Homelessness & Mental Health Crises

00:36:01 - 00:41:43 The Coerced Treatment Model & the Heart Behind Drug Courts

00:41:44 - 00:46:52 The Prison Overcrowding Issue & Importance of Prop. 36

00:46:53 - 00:49:22 What Would Prop. 36 Change?

00:49:23 - 00:54: 52 Differences in Approaches Taken by District Attorneys

00:54:53 - 00:57:08 Do District Attorneys Matter?

00:57:09 - 00:57:49 Final Comments on Prop. 36

00:57:50 - 1:00:07 Closing Message

With election day just ONE WEEK away, it is time to prepare your ballot and decide how you will be voting on all the measures we have covered together on the show! I’ll be walking through the California ballot with you today to recap all the important issues up for your vote!

You can find my voter guide and resources on candidates here:

Website & Sources: For more information about the podcast, please visit thecaliforniaconversation.com. Check out my 2024 Voter Guide at thecaliforniaconversation.com/articles/voter-guide for a summary of the propositions and my recommendations in today's episode.

Additionally, here are a few resources for doing research on candidates:

https://restoringthecaliforniadream.com/

https://ivoterguide.com/voter-guide/eleck/1202

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - 00:03:40 Show Introduction & Structure

00:03:41 - 00:06:14 Proposition 2

00:06:15 - 00:07:35 Proposition 3

00:07:36 - 00:09:52 Proposition 4

00:09:53 - 00:11:38 Proposition 5

00:11:39 - 00:13:33 Proposition 6

00:13:34 - 00:15:13 Proposition 32

00:15:14 - 00:17:04 Proposition 33

00:17:05 - 00:19:07 Proposition 34

00:19:08 - 00:21:21 Proposition 35

00:21:22 - 00:23:01 Proposition 36

00:23:02 - 00:26:10 Reminder to Vote!

00:26:11 - 00:27:01 Important Announcements & Show Conclusion

Proposition 32 is a familiar proposal, as it seeks to raise the minimum wage in California - this time up to $18 per hour. This would place California as the state with the highest minimum wage across the country. But what economic effects would this increase have? And would it really help minimum wage workers? Join me as we cover our final ballot initiative together on this week's episode of The California Conversation!

Website & Sources: For more information about the podcast, please visit thecaliforniaconversation.com. Check out my related article at thecaliforniaconversation.com/articles/prop-32 for all sources related to the information cited in today’s episode.

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Timestamps:

00:00 - 01:48 Show Introduction

01:49-03:51 Summary of Proposition 32

03:52 - 06:47 Support & Opposition

06:48 - 12:10 Argument 1 - Inflation

12:11 - 18:56 Argument 2 - Effects on Businesses

18:57 - 26:49 Common Sense Responses

26:50 -28:29 What's Next? & Show Conclusion