THREAD (1/5): Yesterday @KevinKileyCA introduced an amendment to #RepealAB5 for non-rideshare companies and individuals. I was deeply disappointed that his efforts were unsuccessful. Here are my thoughts:
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(2/5) The backlash to this law has been bipartisan, widespread, and well-documented. Dozens of exceptions, fixes, and clean-up bills have not solved the basic problem: this law does much more harm than good.
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(3/5) I challenge my fellow Democrats to listen and lead. Our super-majority has made it too easy to eliminate voices of opposition and, in this case, reason. We are the party of inclusion, but we have shut out voices of disagreement to the detriment of millions.
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(4/5) As a member of the Assembly I will not hesitate to vote against a bill or law in opposition to my own party. If I'm voted out later then so be it. I pledge to represent all of District 46 even if that means risking reelection.
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(5/5) I am a proud Democrat, but if you expect 100% party line votes then I'm not your candidate. I pledge to listen to the needs of my entire constituency. I will vote on their behalf while doing my best to represent their best interests.
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