Opinion

Since the rest of the nation doesn't have the same experience with police, some see this as a black people issue, and others look at our country’s history and determine it’s a white people issue. Really, though, this is a human issue.

Since 54% of Massachusetts voters in 2016 approved of recreational cannabis legalization in a ballot initiative, the legal adult-use industry has generated more than $3 billion in sales. The state Cannabis Control Commission has approved more than 400 marijuana business licenses.

Small business owners in Massachusetts and across the country are reporting inflation and supply chain disruptions are impacting their businesses in big ways, according to new research from Bank of America.

Naysayers refuse to accept that race plays a role in shaping the experiences, opportunities, and productivity of an individual. Consequently, white supremacy remains intact, limiting the productivity of its perpetrators and victims.

Despite my admiration for your publication, I cannot help but to remark that your opinion piece in the April 18, 2022 edition entitled, “Fighting a losing battle” was both imprecise and defeatist.

Mass. regulators and lawmakers should bring greater oversight and transparency to 340B and modernize this outdated program.