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The progressive alderman said he supports opening a dispensary in the ward, but decided to halt the bid after resident pushback.
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Chicago Tribune

Should retired police be able to sell marijuana? Alderman says no, blocks dispensary

A business group trying to launch a North Side marijuana dispensary hoped neighbors would look favorably on their community-minded plans. But some West Ridge residents and the area’s City Council member instead looked at their resumes, saw “Chicago police officer” in their backgrounds and said “no thanks.”

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