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The passing of Proposition 36 is a direct response to citizens' growing frustrations over crime and a perceived lack of serious consequences for offenders. Voters across California, eager for change, approved this proposition in every county, despite the opposition from Governor Gavin Newsom. The overwhelming public support for stricter penalties symbolizes an urgent demand for a safer environment where business owners and residents can thrive without the fear of rampant theft.