Navigating New York's Cannabis Challenge

This chapter explores the tumultuous landscape of New York's cannabis industry, focusing on the role of DASNY in financing licensed dispensaries amidst a surge of illegal sales. It highlights key meetings and programs aimed at fostering equity in cannabis access, alongside the struggles faced by entrepreneurs in securing licenses. The narrative culminates in the contrast between promising legal initiatives and the overshadowing presence of unregulated operations, raising questions about the future of cannabis in the city.