#201 - Clout and Cannabis in Illinois: A Conversation with Tom Schuba of the Sun-Times

from The Cole Memo · host Cole Preston

We’ve heard promises of equity and transparency, but has Illinois delivered? Chicago Sun-Times reporter Tom Schuba joins me to unpack how political connections, limited transparency, and data protections have shaped Illinois’ cannabis rollout. We discuss his latest story for the Sun-Times, which details how insiders with clout have secured a foothold in the market—and how state laws continue to keep key ownership information out of public view. Read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2025/05/13/e201/

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