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Andrew Cuomo: “Local governments are blaming Albany that they don't have…”

Featuring: Andrew Cuomo, Democratic | Former Governor of New York

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Interview with Andrew Cuomo on New York's Illegal Cannabis Shops and Political Future

Published | Video Starts at 04:03

Right? We were one of the first and the most aggressive. It's not being enforced. So if Albany's listening to you right now, what advice would you give them? Local governments are blaming Albany that they don't have the authority to close down pot stores. It's not worth the debate. Pass a law, nice and simple, one line. Give local municipalities the authority to close down an illegal pot shop. Period. (04:03–04:10)

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Asserts that local governments claim they lack authority from Albany to close illegal pot shops.

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