Pennsylvania's Stagnation on Marijuana Legalization Leaves It Falling Behind Neighboring States
Senator John Fetterman of Pennsylvania acknowledges that neighboring states are surpassing Pennsylvania in marijuana legalization due to GOP opposition to the "common sense" policy that is supported by the majority of voters. Fetterman emphasizes the bipartisan nature of the issue and argues that regulated legalization would provide safety, purity, and job opportunities while undermining illicit markets. He criticizes Republican lawmakers for hindering progress on cannabis reform and predicts that legalization is inevitable. Fetterman also advocates for equity provisions such as mass expungement to address the harm caused by prohibition.