Morning Wire Shifting Marijuana Regulations & Google Search Suppression | 9.5.23
Sep 5, 2023
The Biden administration is making strides towards federal marijuana legalization, considering reclassifying it to Schedule 3. Public opinions are shifting, highlighting potential economic benefits of reduced regulation. Meanwhile, a study suggests Google may be biasing search results against Republican candidates, raising concerns about the impact on political discourse. Additionally, the Associated Press faces scrutiny over its funding from left-leaning organizations, sparking debates about media integrity and reporting biases.
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Marijuana Reclassification
- The Biden administration is pushing to reclassify marijuana as a Schedule 3 substance.
- This could lead to lower taxes for marijuana businesses and more research opportunities.
Google Search Bias
- A study suggests Google suppresses Republican candidates' websites in search results.
- This raises concerns about bias influencing information access during elections.
AP Funding and Bias
- The Associated Press (AP), a major wire service, has received funding from left-leaning organizations.
- This raises concerns about potential bias influencing news reporting across various media outlets.