In an analysis provided to the AP by nonprofit news organization Wisconsin Watch, in collaboration with Institute for Nonprofit News, data show that Blacks are at an increased risk for criminalization due to the existing laws concerning marijuana possession. Wisconsin saw a record breaking turnout during last year’s midterm elections, and now residents like Marlon Rockett are coming forward to clarify that it was Milwaukee County’s non-binding referendum on whether recreational use of marijuana should be legalized that inspired so many people to make it to the polls.Īccording to the Associated Press, 70% of Milwaukee County voters support the legalization of marijuana because, like much of the country, anti-cannabis laws that were previously in place seemed to disproportionately target Black residents.
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