The Cole Memo

In this episode of The Cole Memo, Cole sits down with attorney Ali Jubelirer to discuss her groundbreaking lawsuit against the Illinois Department of Agriculture. The case alleges discriminatory practices in the state’s cannabis transport licensing process, disproportionately affecting minority and women-owned businesses. Ali shares insights into the legal strategy, the real-world impacts on small transporters, and the broader implications for equity in the cannabis industry. Tune in for an in-depth look at the intersection of law, business, and social justice.

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Links mentioned during show

• You can read the Chicago Sun-Times article that we referenced here
• You can read the Illinois Disparity Study here
• Opioids vs. Cannabis: Strictness of Controls Varies Between Substances in Illinois report that I mentioned can be viewed here