[Video] North Carolina Senator’s Viral Campaign Ad Highlights Racial Injustice In Cannabis Laws, Ignites Legalization Debate
In a move to make cannabis legalization a central topic in this year’s state elections, North Carolina State Senator Graig Meyer (D) launched a striking campaign ad on Saturday to spotlight racial disparities in law enforcement. The ad, “Two Stops” illustrates the racially biased treatment of Black and white marijuana users by law enforcement, resonating widely with millions of views across platforms.
“Two Stops” And The Push For Cannabis Legalization
The ad features two fictional scenarios: a Black person is arrested for using marijuana and a white person who, after a similar encounter with the cops, is released and finishes his day playing golf. This stark portrayal aims to ignite discussions on racial inequality in law enforcement, an issue Meyer is emphasizing as he seeks a second term in the state Senate.