There have been many democrats who have called for the legalization of marijuana over the years but have yet to do anything about it. Congressional candidate Angela Stanton-King who is running for the congressional seat once held by the late John Lewis is now calling for the legalization of cannabis and her reasons are what many hope will free those who have been marginalized and penalized through the criminal justice system. Ms. Stanton-King appeared this week in front of Atlanta City Hall to discuss her plan if she wins a seat in office. She also brought along some individuals who have suffered greatly because of how the current laws effect people of color.
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