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The Boston Globe
Rhode Island cannabis law impacts AG race
Kim Ahern, a leading candidate for Rhode Island attorney general, faced criticism over her tenure as chair of the Cannabis Control Commission, which has yet to license any of the 24 retail stores established by the 2022 recreational marijuana law. The slow rollout, marked by legal challenges and internal disagreements, has delayed licensing and benefitted existing dispensaries, leading to accusations of incompetence and political targeting. Despite allegations and lawsuits, Ahern defends her approach as focused on safety, equity, and transparency, emphasizing her prior experience as a prosecutor.
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