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The 805

County Supervisor responds to criticism over expanding cannabis farms

Hosted by Jonathan Bastian Jun. 21, 2019 Cannabis
“I view the black market as a huge vector for human pain,” says Das Williams of his continued support for legal cannabis grow permits in the county.

“I view the black market as a huge vector for human pain,” says Das Williams of his continued support for legal cannabis grow permits in the county. Photo credit: Carolina Starin/KCRW

Das Williams argues legal cannabis cultivation is good for the county.

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Jonathan Bastian

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