Maryland Gov. Wes Moore pardons more than 175,000 marijuana convictions

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore pardons more than 175,000 marijuana convictions | full video

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In a sweeping act, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore announced Monday he's mass pardoning more than 175,000 marijuana convictions.
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@DwaunMElam Ай бұрын

This should happen in every state where Marijuana is now legal.

@willajackson8170 Ай бұрын

Totally agree.

@april6662 Ай бұрын

Absolutely!! Shamed to keep people locked up for something that’s legal !!

@duchess56me-tf7fx Ай бұрын

Or not legal.

@cynthiamyles5437 28 күн бұрын

I believe it will.....the house just passed a bill for the **Draft 18-26**

@lorrie_Israel 28 күн бұрын

Free them and provide them with the same Free housing, jobs, and cash payments that you're giving non citizens.

@mkay3310 Ай бұрын

I'm clapping behind my laptop screen and I'm not even a Maryland resident. This governor should run for president!

@surlypiratewench1969 Ай бұрын

Absolutely!

@marceljaff2131 Ай бұрын

He would do better than Biden

@surlypiratewench1969 Ай бұрын

@@marceljaff2131 oh just stop it.

@gerigeri111 Ай бұрын

He will

@LogicAtItsFinest Ай бұрын

Agreed. Lord William from Black MEN Network said the same thing. Seems that you two agree.

@LizzyMcD Ай бұрын

This is why voting matters. Thanks for your values Governors Wes Moore

@Kscomelli Ай бұрын

EXACTLY! If the Democrats are smart, they will run on making Marijuana legal federally.

@BuddhismAsALifePractice Ай бұрын

WRONG! This is where Black folk get confused. We are emotional people and fail to think ECONOMICALLY. Gov. Moore pardons is an excellent move. However, this something that he should have done when he first got into office. This is a political move of the DEMOCRACTIC party to get Blacks to vote for Joe Biden. His pardons DO NOT give Black people any TANGIBLES.

@lorrie_Israel 28 күн бұрын

Releasing them is only the first step; he needs to provide them with the same free benefits given to these illegal immigrants (free housing, debit cards, and jobs).

@charlesdotson4766 Ай бұрын

This is exceptional work being done by Gov. Wes Moore and his administration!!👏🏾🇺🇲💙👍🏽

@Booklook111 Ай бұрын

Governor Wes Moore is demonstrating what true leadership looks like. I hope more and more states will follow your leadership and Maryland’s example. You’re an inspiration!

@lorrie_Israel 28 күн бұрын

True leadership starts with taking care of citizens not illegal immigrants.

@caribbeanradiology7004 Ай бұрын

Texas Governor Pardoned a murderer. What a contrast.

@Hurdles_in_Life Ай бұрын

Of course, Governor Greg Abbot of Texas just another maga that think he is above the law, just like Ron Desantis of Florida

@Hurdles_in_Life Ай бұрын

No, Governor Moore, it can not reverse the past. It only helps the present and prepares a brighter future for the vulnerable black communities, even though on the other end, we still have Donald Trump to deal with....

@LD-jb5zi Ай бұрын

Well said

@user-xg7cw8ny9y Ай бұрын

exactly!!!

@user-ue1xl6im8p Ай бұрын

Facts

@natajean10 Ай бұрын

Good Job Governor Wes

@strengthforthejourney1451 Ай бұрын

This is an example of working for ALL people!!! Great teamwork!!!

@lorrie_Israel 28 күн бұрын

That's just the beginning; let's see if they're provided with debit cards, free housing, and jobs like the illegal immigrants.

@DalzellWaldrop-np4ll Ай бұрын

Thank you Gov Moore

@elsierodgers4874 Ай бұрын

People were going to prison for a small bag of weed.

@themeanhornet1070 Ай бұрын

People don’t go to prison for not having any. It’s easy.

@bernardwylie9760 Ай бұрын

⁠@@themeanhornet1070 people shouldn’t go to prison for having any either, that’s easy as well. And you can’t point to any evidence that weed alone creates adverse social/criminal justice issues. It were just a great arbitrary way of maintaining mass incarceration of certain groups.

@mkay3310 Ай бұрын

@@themeanhornet1070 ok then I think you should go to prison for having a sip of alcohol, since it's a more dangerous drug than weed. People don't go to prison for not having any alcohol, it's easy just don't drink.

@perryfree3903 Ай бұрын

My brother did 5 years for a quarter.Ounce something you can buy from the store like milk now

@themeanhornet1070 Ай бұрын

@@bernardwylie9760 not my concern or problem. Can’t do the time, don’t buy the dime.

@DalzellWaldrop-np4ll Ай бұрын

This is good politics at work

@levorisbobbitt8450 Ай бұрын

This is a Governor who has done his job for the citizens of Maryland.

@isaiahjones9283 Ай бұрын

WoW!!!!😢🙌❤❤🙏🙏💯💯God bless this Governor

@puremotion2212 Ай бұрын

A beautiful man, inside and out, working for the people. Thank you. Everyone working together accomplished something enormous. They overturned a great wrong, and people from all walks of life are grateful.

@laurainglis7485 Ай бұрын

The taxpayers pay court costs and inmate housing expenses for these low level small amount offenses. Not to mention the criminal record to exclude you from earning a honest living. The corporations benefit from legalization, so why not? Good move and I am an independent voter.

@themeanhornet1070 Ай бұрын

Money well spent.

@Booklook111 Ай бұрын

@@themeanhornet1070You ARE a mean hornet.

@LD-jb5zi Ай бұрын

Well said

@resilientred1699 Ай бұрын

This is super encouraging to see this advancement of our legal system because politics have been pretty depressing. Thanks, Govenor. I'm not a resident of your state and I don't believe that my state would ever do something like this, but I won't stop participating in the politic process in hopes that it will. TX get on board. Govenor Moore, your boldness is impressive and necessary.

@rosemitchell6731 Ай бұрын

I Love It I Don't Live There. But THANK YOU For The People To Be The First To Lead By Example❤

@lauralee9694 Ай бұрын

You are a great example for every other state, Thank you Gov Wes

@iamdeborahltillman Ай бұрын

The rest of the nation needs to follow the leadership of Governor Wes Moore. The country should also have to provide some funds for those convicted.

@strengthforthejourney1451 Ай бұрын

CONGRATULATIONS Maryland families!!! Now, go get it!!!

@papasom3337 Ай бұрын

Governor Wes Moore is a champion of Truth and Right! Thank You!! A Great First Step!! Repair Us, Repair A Nation!!

@lynwill9946 Ай бұрын

Excellent news

@williethomas2628 Ай бұрын

God bless you, governor. Do whatever you can to help them get on their feet. Thanks again.

@ebunoluway9836 Ай бұрын

This is absolutely amazing 👏🏿. This guy is a leader for the ppl. They elected the right one for the job.

@MarisaFord-dv2bl Ай бұрын

Humanity Prevails In Maryland!!!

@iamdeborahltillman Ай бұрын

Amen! Excellent Governor Wes. This makes PERFECT SENSE!

@BishopREALestate Ай бұрын

Awesome🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 good man

@joeluken4237 Ай бұрын

Totally agree. I always felt that if it is legalized, then those who are in prisons should be free and pardoned.

@jayh1391 Ай бұрын

Thank you Gov Wes Moore

@Kscomelli Ай бұрын

More governors should follow this man's lead.

@johnnylafayette Ай бұрын

Finally a little true justice

@ambriaharris4821 Ай бұрын

That's right. Now, all of these rich people have dispensaries and there are post advertisements all over for cannabis. It's only fair that these people get out of prison.

@vanessacampbell7861 Ай бұрын

That is so awesome. Thank God for Wes Moore in doing the right thing.

@lisarobinson3590 Ай бұрын

Thank you Sir.

@bshaw1004 Ай бұрын

And it’s Legal in Colorado….this should’ve never happened. Great job Governor

@veronicacheek6726 Ай бұрын

Great Teamwork ! Noone Left Behind Working for ALL Americans🙌🙌🙌

@shannonfreeman1 Ай бұрын

Well done !❤❤❤

@ballodium9358 Ай бұрын

thanks governor.

@MichaelShaw Ай бұрын

Gov Wes doing the damn thing! Got the port up and running in record time, got crime rate down, unemployment down, righting historical wrongs, which will further bring improvement to the state, and improve people's lives. I look forward to seeing your portrait in the governor's house Governor. 🇺🇲🇺🇲💪🏾

@leonmartin7904 Ай бұрын

Excellence, no further words are needed! May GOD keep OUR TRUE BLACK MEN STRONG!

@Meomyo446 Ай бұрын

This is a great and courageous move. Our first step toward dismantling the "systemic federal government's and Wall Street's financing itself" off Black male bodies.

@ShawnCman Ай бұрын

Do you think that this freed 100% black males? Democrats will take this as a "what they did for all black people" I'm black and never been to jail/prison. Let me know when they come up with a anti black crime bill that will protect us from this wrongful prosecution. Or reparations, that benefits specifically black people for the handle that Maryland played in slavery.

@Spiritcounseling Ай бұрын

Thx 4 this it will save many lives

@virginiawilliams9718 Ай бұрын

Congratulations

@ebunoluway9836 Ай бұрын

One of the best speeches has been added to the list.

@NebMunb Ай бұрын

Yessssirr!!!!

@juliemitchell9905 Ай бұрын

They need to do this in Jamaica WI

@Lvnshyrn07 Ай бұрын

Yay!!! It's about time. 🎉

@markieOD Ай бұрын

Wes Moore for President 2028! This man been the truth! 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

@ErthaRizas Ай бұрын

He should replace Biden and get someone to replace Harris

@amyreynolds3619 Ай бұрын

@ErthaRizas , Harris runs in 2028 with Wes Moore as her Vice President.

@ErthaRizas Ай бұрын

@@amyreynolds3619 no harris

@doug3819 29 күн бұрын

I don't dislike Harris, the problem she can't win !

@jacquelineduplantier5563 29 күн бұрын

2024

@1suitcasesal Ай бұрын

Bravo!!!!

@nette1140 Ай бұрын

“Hello” Governor Wes Moore I salute your wonderful parents for raising such a great son. I am grateful for your supportive wife who I know Loves you and appreciates you. I would be so lucky to have a husband like yours. This man is doing Gods work ❤

@tairdudeusa7981 Ай бұрын

Thank you thank you thank you

@kymtaylor5890 Ай бұрын

I approve of this message 😊🗳🗳🗳🗳🗳🗳🫂🫂🫂🫂🫂🫂🫂💙💙💙💙🌊🌊🌊🌊UP AND DOWN THE BALLOT FROM SCHOOL BOARDS TO THE PRESIDENCY IN EVERY STATE 🗳 🫂

@whynot8901 Ай бұрын

thank you, Gov. Moore, and all involved in righting these horrendous wrongs

@jackiejohnson887 Ай бұрын

Thank you sir 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽💙💙💙

@One.-- Ай бұрын

Finally the big lie has stopped & the injustice

@javiercarlosrodriguez Ай бұрын

Agreed

@derrickoreagan1578 Ай бұрын

I will not be verbose in my expression, I will keep it very simple by saying, excellent!!! He will be our future president in 2028.

@amyreynolds3619 Ай бұрын

Kamala Harris for President 2028 with him as Vice President. If we don't get Joe Biden re-elected, none of this will happen.

@AlmaMercer Ай бұрын

Wrong conviction needs to be ex- spunged

@themeanhornet1070 Ай бұрын

Wasn’t wrong at the time. It was the law.

@musicmaven3149 Ай бұрын

* wrongful * expunged Wrongful conviction is when someone is convicted of a crime they did not commit. These are cases against people who were convicted of crimes they DID commit. No need to just fabricate things.

@user-ew4jo3nv1e Ай бұрын

Well done Governor Moore !

@Kscomelli Ай бұрын

He can't stop smiling, and I love it.

@Lighthouse734 Ай бұрын

Governor your aaaaamazing thankyou❤👏

@chuckymcdeel9869 Ай бұрын

This is a great move. Specifically for people with misdemeanors on their records for cannabis. But I do wonder about the folks who've been convicted of felonies for having a joint. What of them?

@paulafalconer4779 Ай бұрын

👏 Thank you

@sumiland6445 Ай бұрын

Great news!! About time!!

@simplyb.8959 Ай бұрын

Thank God!

@marnyalken17 Ай бұрын

Yes yes yes, and putting the capital R on righteousness!!!❤❤❤🎉

@sjones2088 Ай бұрын

Great speech

@yoleneroldan3102 Ай бұрын

Wonderful soul

@bernardriggs2079 Ай бұрын

Does a pardon means deleting the conviction off the record ? If not it will be a problem that likely leads to frustration and another criminal act.

@TroyYoung-nj7dw Ай бұрын

About time ! Thanks be to God for putting the right people in place to put this in motion !

@BLASTMASTERSHOW Ай бұрын

What exit plan for those release

@cindyadkins135 Ай бұрын

Great news!

@perryfree3903 Ай бұрын

Thanks buddy caught a cds charge for .25 of a gram and a bowl back in 1994 when I was 18 in Maryland was literally slammed on a police cruiser hood for that, got to love Frederick County sheriff office

@deeyates226 Ай бұрын

❤ Much love from NYC ❤

@marilynnjones951 Ай бұрын

Thank you, Governor Wes Moore, for showing leadership with humanity as the driver. May God continue to bless you, your staff, and your families for doing this work that truly gets us closer to the true dreams of America's proclamation; "freedom and justice for all"!

@Xavier-uknonada Ай бұрын

Great job

@HeavenlyBridegroomMusic Ай бұрын

Lord, have mercy on us. Please help us, Lord, to prepare for Your coming.

@tonytc6285 Ай бұрын

Awesome!

@vincegibbs4712 Ай бұрын

Thank you Governor

@ocean1233 Ай бұрын

The CRIMINALS ARE IN CONGRESS, COURTS, CORPORATIONS, US GRIFTERS AND ABROAD 😈 GLAD TO SEE THE NON CRIMINALS RELEASED FROM CONVICTION THEY DO NOT DESERVE ‼️💯👏👏👏👏👏

@CarlLv Ай бұрын

Good job

@deeyates226 Ай бұрын

🎉 Great Job Governor Job well done🎉

@markpaiste Ай бұрын

How all governents should be run!

@Paulakat517 Ай бұрын

❤

@PaulFields-tf6ik Ай бұрын

Fantastic

@veronicacheek6726 Ай бұрын

Praise God !Bless them

@remidelrosario5856 Ай бұрын

Great Job Major Congrats to u and all that Work with you in Getting this Job Done Orher Mayor Need to Fallow your Example. God Bless All!!!

@twalrus1 Ай бұрын

How many $millions per year did Maryland just save on prison cells? They can cut plans for new prisons for at least a decade.

@1truek269 Ай бұрын

It's about time!!!

@johnjeremie5042 Ай бұрын

God bless you .This is why made you a leader.Be bless

@johnjeremie5042 Ай бұрын

I pray for you

@quincythompson5653 Ай бұрын

Good job govenor thanks for all that you do .

@HeavenlyBridegroomMusic Ай бұрын

We need this in Georgia... not only for those with old charges.

@louisehancock324 Ай бұрын

Thank you sir. 🙏🏾

@elmabrooks7417 Ай бұрын

Maryland must have had millions in prison.

@pamking7706 Ай бұрын

pretty much.

@emmajones7492 Ай бұрын

Maryland isn’t the only state that has a disproportionate of people in jail for petty crimes.

@roberthouston9036 Ай бұрын

Congratulations Governor ⚖️ 🗽 ⚖️💯🌊🌊🌊🌊🌊🌊🌊

@yeshiworkgashu3192 Ай бұрын

My heart is pounding and cry love this man❤all his team God blessed all your family

@vassienix8683 Ай бұрын

❤❤oops moving to #MarylandGovWesMoore

@deeyates226 Ай бұрын

🎉Humanity at it Best 🎉

@user-js7ee7kc5x Ай бұрын

God bless

@loiscase4497 Ай бұрын

Were all of these people arrested ONLY pot charges? If so, I'm all for it. However, if there are other felonies involved that include violence of gun charges or abuse women, children, children or animals, then I think it should have been more nuanced.