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NY Times Urges Stricter Marijuana Regulations Amid Health Concerns

2/13/2026

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The New York Times editorial board has reversed its long-standing support for marijuana legalization, acknowledging that legalization has led to increased use and health issues.
It notes 18 million daily users and the emergence of cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome and related mental health disorders.
The board calls for stricter regulations, including a federal tax on marijuana and limits on THC levels, and stresses public education while opposing a return to prohibition.

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The New York Times editorial board has reversed its long-standing support for marijuana legalization, acknowledging that legalization has led to increased use and health issues.
It notes 18 million daily users and the emergence of cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome and related mental health disorders.
The board calls for stricter regulations, including a federal tax on marijuana and limits on THC levels, and stresses public education while opposing a return to prohibition.