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Lorena Gonzalez pushes #NoOn22

Gonzalez authored Assembly Bill 5, which would be overturned if Prop 22 passes

Marlena Harvey, News Editor • November 3, 2020

Lorena Gonzalez took to Twitter on Election Day to show her support for #NoOn22 in a push for equal rights for app-based drivers.

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Proposition 22: App-based drivers as independent contractors

Support for Prop. 22 split by party lines

Paris Hickson, Staff Writer • October 19, 2020

Proposition 22 classifies app-based drivers, such as those for Uber or Lyft, as contractors as opposed to calling them employees and provides independent-drivers other methods of compensation.

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UPDATE: Independent contractor bill passes California State Senate

If you will be affected by AB5, City Times wants to hear your story.

Sonny Garibay, Editor-in-Chief • September 11, 2019

The State Senate passed California Assembly Bill 5 late last night, an attempt to reshape the gig economy many City College students rely on for income, but is likely to face a long battle through the courts.

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Free rides, coffee and beer on Election Day

Once the voting process is officially completed, voters can reward themselves at local bars and eateries.

Nadia Mishkin, News Editor • November 6, 2018

The voting process itself can be an arduous journey. Once the voting process is officially completed, voters can reward themselves.

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