That Sober Guy Podcast

California’s Great Dope Scam — When “Drug Prevention Funds” Buy Activism

That Sober Guy Podcast

Show Notes

In this episode, we break down what Prop 64 promised… where the money is actually going… and why many critics say “drug prevention” has turned into a political slush fund wrapped in good intentions.

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