#war-on-drugs

#war-on-drugs

The War on Drugs has largely failed to prevent drug use despite significant investment in interventions.

The Board of Supervisors continues to approve War on Drugs initiatives with increasing frequency, often with minimal dissent.

New York's Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act aimed to create equity in cannabis legalization but faces significant challenges in its implementation.

The cannabis industry's focus is shifting towards social equity and justice, addressing past harms especially in marginalized communities.

The Cannabis Justice & Equity Initiative focuses on empowering NYC communities by providing access to the legal cannabis market and expungement of convictions.

Duterte's drug war led to 30,000 civilian deaths, primarily impacting impoverished urban communities, amidst significant allegations of police misconduct and extrajudicial killings.

Duterte defends his war on drugs, asserting it was necessary for the country's safety despite the deaths of thousands.

Rodrigo Duterte's return to Davao politics signals a possible continuation of violent anti-drug policies despite ongoing international investigations and domestic criticism.

Nixon privately acknowledged marijuana's relative safety while publicly supporting harsh drug policies, revealing contradictions in drug war strategies.

Biden's marijuana possession pardons have yet to free anyone, highlighting a serious commitment gap in criminal justice reform efforts.