About this episode
The episode explores the impact of New York's cannabis legalization on non-citizen immigrants and formerly incarcerated business owners.
When New York State legalized recreational cannabis, officials did so with the promise to give those affected by the War on Drugs the first opportunity to sell cannabis legally. But while the state has celebrated the growth of its newest legal economy, many feel left out — no one more so than non-citizen immigrants. Producer Iggy Monda takes us through the streets of New York City to talk to formerly incarcerated business owners hoping to find a place in the industry, city and state officials who believe New York is on the right path, and experts who say immigrants should probably stay away from cannabis altogether.
People in this episode
Host: Iggy Monda
Topics covered
- cannabis legalization
- immigration
- War on Drugs
- business ownership
- New York City
- recreational cannabis
Keywords
- cannabis
- immigrants
- New York
- recreational use
- business
- War on Drugs
- legal economy
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: New York State, War on Drugs
Places: New York City
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