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Social Equity & Local Support: Shaping the Future of Cannabis

The cannabis industry's focus is shifting towards social equity and justice, addressing past harms especially in marginalized communities.

Cannabis Justice & Equity Initiative expands to Harlem, empowering NYC's most impacted communities

The Cannabis Justice & Equity Initiative focuses on empowering NYC communities by providing access to the legal cannabis market and expungement of convictions.

Social Equity & Local Support: Shaping the Future of Cannabis

The cannabis industry's focus is shifting towards social equity and justice, addressing past harms especially in marginalized communities.

Cannabis Justice & Equity Initiative expands to Harlem, empowering NYC's most impacted communities

The Cannabis Justice & Equity Initiative focuses on empowering NYC communities by providing access to the legal cannabis market and expungement of convictions.
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Nixon Started the War on Drugs. Privately, He Said Pot Was Not Particularly Dangerous.'

Nixon privately acknowledged marijuana's relative safety while publicly supporting harsh drug policies, revealing contradictions in drug war strategies.

The Ongoing Injustice: Cannabis Prisoners Still Behind Bars Despite Biden's Promise | stupidDOPE

Biden's marijuana possession pardons have yet to free anyone, highlighting a serious commitment gap in criminal justice reform efforts.

Nixon Started the War on Drugs. Privately, He Said Pot Was Not Particularly Dangerous.'

Nixon privately acknowledged marijuana's relative safety while publicly supporting harsh drug policies, revealing contradictions in drug war strategies.

The Ongoing Injustice: Cannabis Prisoners Still Behind Bars Despite Biden's Promise | stupidDOPE

Biden's marijuana possession pardons have yet to free anyone, highlighting a serious commitment gap in criminal justice reform efforts.
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Rodrigo Duterte's war on drugs' in the Philippines explained in 30 seconds

Duterte's drug war led to 30,000 civilian deaths, primarily impacting impoverished urban communities, amidst significant allegations of police misconduct and extrajudicial killings.

I offer no apologies': Duterte testifies at Philippines war on drugs' inquiry

Duterte defends his war on drugs, asserting it was necessary for the country's safety despite the deaths of thousands.

Ex-Philippine President, Under Investigation for War on Drugs, Returns to Politics

Rodrigo Duterte's return to Davao politics signals a possible continuation of violent anti-drug policies despite ongoing international investigations and domestic criticism.

Duterte drug war back in ICC spotlight after parliamentary committee hears claims his office paid police $17,000 to kill suspects

Duterte's office reportedly incentivized police to commit extrajudicial killings in the war on drugs, raising serious human rights concerns.

Duterte Says He Takes Responsibility for Philippine Drug War

Duterte defends his war on drugs, insisting on his legal responsibility and lack of apologies for thousands of killings during his presidency.

Rodrigo Duterte's war on drugs' in the Philippines explained in 30 seconds

Duterte's drug war led to 30,000 civilian deaths, primarily impacting impoverished urban communities, amidst significant allegations of police misconduct and extrajudicial killings.

I offer no apologies': Duterte testifies at Philippines war on drugs' inquiry

Duterte defends his war on drugs, asserting it was necessary for the country's safety despite the deaths of thousands.

Ex-Philippine President, Under Investigation for War on Drugs, Returns to Politics

Rodrigo Duterte's return to Davao politics signals a possible continuation of violent anti-drug policies despite ongoing international investigations and domestic criticism.

Duterte drug war back in ICC spotlight after parliamentary committee hears claims his office paid police $17,000 to kill suspects

Duterte's office reportedly incentivized police to commit extrajudicial killings in the war on drugs, raising serious human rights concerns.

Duterte Says He Takes Responsibility for Philippine Drug War

Duterte defends his war on drugs, insisting on his legal responsibility and lack of apologies for thousands of killings during his presidency.
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The War on Drugs: LIVE DRUGS AGAIN

The War on Drugs' LIVE DRUGS AGAIN reflects their musical maturity and complexity, enhancing the emotional depth of their live performances.

Joe Biden, Pot President?

President Biden has indicated support for loosening federal restrictions on marijuana, potentially gaining political favor.

Stoner Rats Eating All The Drugs In Police Evidence Lockup

Rats in New Orleans getting high after breaking into police evidence lockup
Drug possession cases in New Orleans may be affected due to rats consuming evidence

Why Reparations Can Counter the Legacy of a 50-Year "War on Drugs" - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

The lasting effects of the War on Drugs have led to the need for reparations.
Reparations for the harm caused by the War on Drugs align with restorative justice principles.

Warren, Sanders Urge Biden to Go Step Further on Marijuana and Deschedule It

Twelve senators are urging the Biden administration to deschedule marijuana and remove criminal penalties for the drug, saying it would help undo the damage caused by the war on drugs.
The senators argue that there is significant scientific evidence supporting the descheduling of marijuana, rather than just rescheduling it to a lower classification.

America's War on Drugs Has Always Been BipartisanAnd Unwinnable

Politicians in both parties have fought an unwinnable war on drugs for 70 years.
The Biden administration labels Mexican cartels as the top criminal threat and wants to devote more resources to border control.
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Years Later, Philippines Reckons With Duterte's Brutal Drug War

A culture of violence and impunity persists in the Philippines despite fewer killings after Duterte's presidency.

Philippines Drops Charges Against Leila de Lima, Prominent Duterte Critic

Leila de Lima, a former senator in the Philippines, was cleared of charges related to criticizing President Duterte's war on drugs after six years of detention.

Years Later, Philippines Reckons With Duterte's Brutal Drug War

A culture of violence and impunity persists in the Philippines despite fewer killings after Duterte's presidency.

Philippines Drops Charges Against Leila de Lima, Prominent Duterte Critic

Leila de Lima, a former senator in the Philippines, was cleared of charges related to criticizing President Duterte's war on drugs after six years of detention.
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