California Rethinks Psychedelics

Published: July 3, 2021, noon

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In 1966 California became one of the first states in the country to outlaw LSD. Now, more than 50 years later the Golden State is rethinking its stance on psychedelics amid a new legislative push that could one day soon decriminalize a range of psychoactive compounds.\\xa0

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On this edition of KCBS In Depth we consider the high hopes behind this drug reform effort, and also discuss the backlash from those who worry about its potential dangers.\\xa0

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Guests:\\xa0

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  • Scott Wiener, California state senator
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  • John Lovell, legislative counsel, California Narcotics Officers' Association
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  • Jennifer Mitchell, professor of neurology and psychiatry, UC San Francisco
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Host: Keith Menconi\\xa0

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