In this week's episode we are breaking down all the facts about Proposition 2, which seeks to approve a bond issuance to fund public school infrastructure. We look at a wide range of topics from funding the public school system, to the state of the California budget, to the issues facing the education system, and of course, common sense responses to all of it!

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00:00:00 - 00:01:25 Show Introduction

00:01:26 - 00:02:10 Summary of Proposition 2

00:02:11 - 00:06:17 How California Funds the Public School System

00:06:18 - 00:10:54 The State of the California Budget

00:10:55 - 00:18:08 Funding, Outcomes, & Challenges of the K-12 Education System

00:18:09 - 00:27:16 Common Sense Responses

00:27:17 - 00:29:29 Takeaways for Parents & Christians

00:29:30 - 00:30:30 Show Conclusion

Assembly Bill 1840 passed in the California Senate this past Tuesday, August 27th, and now it's set to go before Governor Gavin Newsom for either his approval or veto. The bill is seeking to expand California's Dream for All Program to include illegal immigrants as those eligible. This will affect our housing crisis, our state budget, and the morale of California citizens overall.

This is happening in real time, and it's hit the news cycle due to its controversial nature. Today's episode is not part of our regularly scheduled programming, but the details around this bill and its effects need to be addressed! Join me in this BONUS edition of The California Conversation to get all the facts about what's happening this week in our state!

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In this week’s episode, we dive into Proposition 33 together and discuss all things rent control and the California housing cost crisis! This proposition has been introduced to help curb the high cost of renting in the state, yet its opposition is arguing it will do the exact opposite. What are the true economic implications of rent control policies? We examine all the details – from the economics of supply and demand, to the true cause of high rent in the state, to commonsense responses and solutions – so that you can be informed come this November.

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Chapters:

00:00:00 - 00:01:14 Introduction

00:01:15 - 00:07:50 Summary & Overview of Proposition 33

00:07:51 - 00:12:17 Proponents & Opponents of Proposition 33

00:12:18 - 00:26:19 The Economics of Rent Control

00:26:20 - 00:31:27 Common-Sense Responses & Takeaways

00:31:28 - 00:32:04 Conclusion

In this week’s episode, we look at our first proposition together – Proposition 36! This proposition has been introduced and supported by citizens and prominent leaders on both sides of the political aisle, yet it is being described as one of the most contentious issues on the California ballot this election. How could a proposition meant to address rising crime and drug use be controversial? We examine all the facts – from the history behind the current theft & drug laws in California, to the statistics on theft and drug use in our state today, as well as arguments for opposition to the bill – so that you can be informed come this November.

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00:00:00 - 00:01:07 Episode Introduction

00:01:08 - 00:04:17 Background & Objectives of Proposition 36

00:04:18 - 00:04:52 Difference between a Misdemeanor and a Felony

00:04:53 - 00:07:30 Motivation for Proposition 47

00:07:31 - 00:09:13 Proponents of Proposition 36

00:09:14 - 00:14:38 Data on Theft in California

00:14:39 - 00:17:04 Data on Drug Crime in California

00:17:05 - 00:26:24 Opposition to Proposition 36 & Common-Sense Responses

00:26:25 - 00:30:13 Conclusions and Takeaways

We kick off our journey to understanding legislation in California by first diving into an overview of California’s legislative process. We answer questions like: Who makes up the legislature? How do bills become laws? And most importantly, where does your vote – and your voice – factor in? We end the show by looking at practical takeaways of how you can be engaged in this part of California politics.

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Resources specifically mentioned in the episode:

Interactive District Map of CA: https://wedrawthelines.ca.gov/final-maps/

Ballot Initiatives Status: https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/ballot-measures/initiative-and-referendum-status, https://oag.ca.gov/initiatives/active-measures

Statewide Ballot Initiative Guide: https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/ballot-measures/how-qualify-initiative

Suggested Deadlines to Qualify Initiatives Guide: https://elections.cdn.sos.ca.gov/ballot-measures/pdf/appendix-a.pdf

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In this very first episode of The California Conversation, we dive deep into the responsibilities that American citizens, California residents, and Christians all have to engage in politics. We also take a moment for a brief introduction to your podcast host – Tess – and what the future of this podcast will hold. Regardless of your political affiliation or religious beliefs, The California Conversation is a resource to help YOU engage in politics in a thoughtful, informed, and common-sense way!

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