Jun 2, 2021
LaShawn Ford's story is remarkable. It began in the public
housing projects of Chicago, and his ability to speak truth to
power is fueled with compassion.
In this episode of The Crisis Cast, Thom & Lissa hear from this
former public school teacher who has served 14 years in the
Illinois General Assembly. Rep. Ford is working daily to
fight. for equity in the cannabis industry. You'll hear why
he was once against the legalization of marijuana and how we can
all be better advocates for those suffering from mental
illness.