20120613_HA_BUDGET0585.JPGForty-three Capitol demonstrators were arrested Wednesday after they and hundreds of others crowded around the rotunda chanting protests against proposed cuts to homecare services for those with disabilities or special needs.

A small cadre of California Highway Patrol officers escorted the protesters from the scene, ending a loud demonstration organized by the Service Employees International Union, which represents workers who provide in-home support services.

During the lengthy union protest, demonstrators shouted chants loud enough to be heard through much of the Capitol, including, “Jerry Brown — shame on you!” and “hey, hey, ho, ho —

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