"There is a disproportionate number of people of color, specifically men of color, who are incarcerated for this crime," she said.

She said she also believes it will be easier to keep marijuana out of the hands of young people if it were "regulated and legal."

"Minnesotans are ahead of policymakers on this question," she said. "They are ready to make this move and if the Legislature puts it on my desk, I will sign it into law." (7/24/18)

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