"San Francisco Voters Embrace Law-and-Order Measures Amid Crime Surge"
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San Francisco voters approved ballot measures to increase police surveillance, allow officers to pursue suspects with drones, and mandate drug screenings for welfare recipients. The city has been grappling with a surge in crime and public disorder, prompting a shift towards tougher law enforcement policies. Mayor London Breed, facing re-election, supported these measures amid challenges from fellow Democrats. The city's descent into lawlessness has led to business departures and record drug overdose deaths, prompting a pivot in law enforcement funding and policies.
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