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Weed did it, Joe

Today, Explained

Marijuana Policy Landscape in the United States

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This chapter provides an in-depth look at Joe Biden's executive order on marijuana, the proposed reclassification of cannabis on the Controlled Substances Act, and the implications for federal drug policy. It explores the dissonance between state and federal laws, highlighting varying approaches to marijuana legalization from stringent medical marijuana laws in Utah to more liberal policies in states like Oregon and Oklahoma. The chapter also delves into the challenges of illegal cannabis markets flourishing even in states where marijuana is legal, the rise in potency of marijuana products, and the associated risks for youth, underscoring the need for regulations to prevent harm.

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