Cato Daily Podcast
Descheduling Is Preferable to Rescheduling Cannabis
May 1, 2024
Jeff Singer, an expert on cannabis policy, explains why descheduling cannabis is a preferable approach over rescheduling. The podcast discusses the implications for medical accessibility, comparisons with other substances, contradictions in DEA scheduling, and the advantages of descheduling. It also explores a bipartisan bill proposal for complete descheduling and decriminalization.
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- Rescheduling cannabis can ease research barriers and improve medical access.
- Descheduling cannabis can enhance research opportunities and alleviate business constraints.
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DEA Likely to Reschedule Cannabis for Medical Use
The DEA is considering rescheduling cannabis, potentially moving it away from a category deemed to have low medical value and high abuse potential. This change could make accessing cannabis for medical purposes easier for Americans and enable further research. However, the decision underscores how a federal regulatory agency influences individuals' ability to seek specific medical treatments, raising concerns for libertarians who have a distinct perspective on government involvement in cannabis legislation.
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