Scott Jeffrey is running for Manhattan Borough President to Legalize Marijuana . Last year there were over 60,000 arrests in New York City for marijuana possession. That's 100 times the arrest rate of a mere 600 per year under mayors David Dinkins and Ed Koch.
Offenders face fines, probation and even jail time, along with educational and career difficulties.
Many, many New Yorkers know friends, family and co-workers who have been badly hurt by Mayor Giuliani's law enforcement policies. Jeffrey is also running to Empower Urban Youth . He encourages young people to get involved in politics, not simply voting but running for office. Urban youth need to get their voice directly into the political debate, bringing their own experiences and ideas to the table. We need leadership ready to represent.