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    Farmworkers can vote from home if new CA bill passes. Critics say this would kill jobs

    Farmworkers would be able to remotely vote in union elections — if a new bill gets Gov. Gavin Newsom’s signature. Advocates say the legislation would ward against intimidation that can happen in the workplace.

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    Person smiling broadly wearing glasses and plaid shirt against ivy-covered wall background.By Steve Chiotakis • Sep 14, 2021 • 7m Listen

    Farmworkers would be able to remotely vote in union elections — if a new bill gets Gov. Gavin Newsom’s signature. Advocates say the legislation would ward against intimidation that can happen in the workplace. But critics say it eliminates secret ballot elections and could cut jobs.

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    How a Chumash nursery is preserving culture, and extreme heat is putting expectant moms at risk
    1. 0:00At this Chumash plant nursery in Santa Ynez, native seeds are bringing tribal culture back to life
    2. 7:11Why extreme heat can hurt expectant moms, prompt early pregnancy and infant death
    3. 17:08Farmworkers can vote from home if new CA bill passes. Critics say this would kill jobsYou’re reading this
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      Steve Chiotakis

      Afternoon News Anchor

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      Jenna Kagel

      Radio producer

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      Kathryn Barnes

      Producer, Reporter

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      Danielle Chiriguayo

      Morning Edition anchor and reporter

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      Grace Gedye

      Reporter, CalMatters

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    3 of 3
    How a Chumash nursery is preserving culture, and extreme heat is putting expectant moms at risk
    1. 0:00At this Chumash plant nursery in Santa Ynez, native seeds are bringing tribal culture back to life
    2. 7:11Why extreme heat can hurt expectant moms, prompt early pregnancy and infant death
    3. 17:08Farmworkers can vote from home if new CA bill passes. Critics say this would kill jobsYou’re reading this
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