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The passage of Proposition 36 has sparked a wave of debate regarding its implications for communities across California. Supporters argue that the initiative is a necessary response to the sharp rise in retail theft and drug-related offenses, pointing to specific cases, such as the dramatic robbery at a luxury retailer in Glendale, where a group of about 30 thieves stole a staggering $300,000 worth of merchandise.