The war on drugs is detrimental to society, and it's time to repair the damages. Recreational marijuana sales rake in millions of dollars each year, and California officials are granting a whopping $35.5 million of accumulated marijuana tax revenue to fund 78 organizations throughout the state.
The war on drugs is detrimental to society, and it's time to repair the damages. Recreational marijuana sales rake in millions of dollars each year, and California officials are granting a whopping $35.5 million of accumulated marijuana tax revenue to fund 78 organizations throughout the state.
The grant intends to support communities negatively impacted by the war on drugs. It's no secret that the war on drugs disproportionately targets lesser-developed communities, which ultimately continues the cycle of poverty, incarceration, and homelessness. Resources implemented to improve the welfare of local communities will receive extended support as a result. From substance use disorder treatments to mental health and medical care, the funds will allow for greater care and protection for California residents. State officials addressed their support for the grant in a recent press release:
"Harsh federal and state drug policies enacted during that period led to the mass incarceration of people of color, decreased access to social services, loss of educational attainment due to diminished federal financial aid eligibility, prohibitions on the use of public housing and other public assistance, and the separation of families."
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