New York pot legalization push hits turbulence

For several years, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) and progressives in the Democrat-controlled state legislature have supported legalizing REC. 

Now, with New Jersey poised to begin sales to all adults, and the state facing a Covid-related budget shortfall, observers speculate that the Empire State will legalize adult use cannabis in 2021.  However, passage could be delayed by tensions over dueling bills, one of which promises significantly more money and benefits for "equity": the minority communities which bear the brunt of prohibition. 

The more progressive

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