May 20, 2019

The Democrats' problem with marijuana

Politico -Legalization of recreational marijuana seemed all but inevitable in at least a half-dozen states when the year began — including New York, New Jersey and Illinois, which all have Democratic legislatures.

But in state after state, proposals encountered significant turbulence, and the clock is running out on the legislative season.

Disputes over addressing racial and economic justice issues, home cultivation of cannabis plants and marijuana-related state revenue have splintered Democrats as they seek to corral enough votes for passage.

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