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Democrats Maintain Status Quo on Cannabis Policy, Disappointing Decriminalization Advocates

The Democratic Party has unveiled its 2024 platform at the Democratic National Convention, revealing a stance on cannabis that falls short of expectations for those hoping for more progressive reform. Despite earlier promises of decriminalization, the party has opted for a more conservative approach, focusing on existing measures rather than pushing for broader change.

The platform, approved at the DNC, highlights President Biden’s past actions on marijuana reform, including his pardons for federal possession convictions and moves to reschedule cannabis. However, it notably lacks any mention of decriminalization, a significant departure from the party’s 2020 platform and Biden’s campaign promises.

This shift has left many reform advocates disappointed, as decriminalization was seen as a crucial step towards addressing the disproportionate impact of drug laws on Black and brown communities. The platform instead emphasizes the need to expunge federal marijuana-only convictions and praises the administration’s efforts to reschedule cannabis to a less restrictive category.

Related: Lawmakers Probe DEA Administrator Anne Milgram’s Unprecedented Marijuana Reclassification Decision

The language around rescheduling appears carefully chosen, offering no guarantees that the process will be completed before the election. This cautious approach suggests that the party may be treading lightly on the issue, possibly to avoid alienating moderate voters or to maintain flexibility in future policy decisions.

For proponents of decriminalization, this platform represents a missed opportunity. The absence of explicit support for decriminalization could signal a reluctance to push for more comprehensive reform, at least in the short term. This stance may disappoint voters who were hoping for a more progressive approach to drug policy reform.

However, the platform does maintain a clear contrast with the Republican approach, criticizing former President Trump’s administration for threatening federal prosecution in states where marijuana was legal. This distinction may still appeal to voters who prioritize cannabis reform, even if the Democratic position falls short of full decriminalization.


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