Delving into the potential impact of reclassifying marijuana, this chapter explores the disparities in the cannabis industry, particularly for minority business owners. It discusses the tax implications and challenges faced by entrepreneurs, emphasizing the importance of equity and diversity. Additionally, it addresses the complexities of federal regulations, criminal penalties, and ongoing legislative efforts towards cannabis descheduling.
The federal government has moved to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous controlled substance. Politico cannabis policy reporter Natalie Fertig explains why it is and isn’t a big deal.
This episode was produced by Avishay Artsy and Peter Balonon-Rosen, edited by Matt Collette, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by Patrick Boyd and Andrea Kristinsdottir, and hosted by Sean Rameswaram.
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