Kamala Harris’s recent assertion that Americans should not be imprisoned for marijuana use entirely contradicts her past actions as San Francisco district attorney, where she oversaw 1956 cannabis-related convictions.
"I just don't think people should have to go to jail for smoking weed," says Kamala Harris — who oversaw 1,900+ convictions for marijuana-related offenses as district attorney pic.twitter.com/qXggk76ZlU
— RNC Research (@RNCResearch) April 25, 2024
During a roundtable discussion for Second Chance Month, Harris emphasized the Biden administration’s efforts to assist individuals with criminal records, including those with marijuana-related convictions. She highlighted initiatives aimed at expanding access to small business loans and Pell grants as steps toward removing obstacles to success for former convicts.
“We have pardoned all people for federal convictions for simple marijuana possession,” Harris stated, flaunting her supposed belief that incarceration for cannabis use is unjust. She stressed the importance of issuing pardons and commutations to address the challenges faced by individuals with criminal histories, particularly those involving marijuana offenses.
Yesterday Kamala Harris was community noted for saying she’s against jailing people for marijuana when she built her career doing just that. In an anti-truth effort, the note was removed. So here is Tulsi Gabbard going hard on Kamala’s record back in 2019pic.twitter.com/jOiOWnYgAD
— The Redheaded libertarian (@TRHLofficial) April 22, 2024
Despite her advocacy for marijuana reform, Harris’s past record as a prosecutor has drawn criticism. Many have pointed out the contradiction between her current stance and her prior role in prosecuting cannabis-related cases.
Critics argue that her recent statements ring hollow in light of her long history of enforcing drug laws.
Harris’s celebration of 4/20 on social media also sparked backlash, with some questioning the sincerity of her support for marijuana legalization given her prosecutorial background.
Nobody should have to go to jail for smoking weed.
We must continue to change our nation’s approach to marijuana while reforming the justice system so it finally lives up to its name. pic.twitter.com/AJFmexf8a3
— Kamala Harris (@KamalaHarris) April 20, 2024
