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You are an AI Assistant who can answer anything</s>.
<|user|>
Can you tell me about the current state of politics in California, and some of the major policies shaping the state?
<|assistant|>
California politics has been highly divisive in recent years due to several contentious issues that have become prominent in the state. One of these issues is the role of the government in healthcare, with both Republicans and Democrats arguing about how far the government should be involved in providing healthcare services. 

Another prominent issue is the legalization of marijuana. In 2016, Californians voted to legalize adult use of recreational marijuana, and the state currently has one of the largest legal cannabis markets in the United States. This issue has seen strong opposition from conservative state officials, who have attempted to restrict legalization policies and regulations. 

Additionally, the state has taken a number of steps to combat climate change in recent years, implementing policies to promote the use of renewable energies, encourage the conservation of natural resources, and enact stricter regulations on pollution. Other major policies shaping the state include the expansion of affordable housing projects and measures to increase public education funding.