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What Proposition 1 Could Mean For San Diego County
Newsom and lawmakers want to put more pressure on counties to invest in new beds, housing and services for people living on the street.

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Newsom and lawmakers want to put more pressure on counties to invest in new beds, housing and services for people living on the street.

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