Lester Black

Lester Black is a renowned cannabis journalist who has written for various publications such as FiveThirtyEight.com, High Country News, The Guardian, The Albuquerque Journal and The Tennessean. He currently serves as the cannabis editor at SFGATE and previously held the position of cannabis columnist for The Stranger. Born in Torrance and raised in Seattle, Lester has established himself as a credible voice in the world of cannabis reporting.

Biography:  https://www.sfgate.com/author/lester-black/

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This author is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.

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Recent Articles

Biden Administration Announces Plans to Reclassify Marijuana: Implications for Businesses and Policy Reform

Biden Administration Announces Plans to Reclassify Marijuana: Implications for Businesses and Policy Reform

Broke On: Wednesday, 01 May 2024 The Biden administration plans to reclassify marijuana from Schedule I to III under the Controlled Substances Act, recognizing its medical uses and leading to potential tax savings for businesses. Senate Democrats have also introduced legislation for federal legalization and expungement of related offenses. The DEA is expected to approve this change, allowing cannabis companies tax deductions and substantial savings.