Much of the routine trade and investment between China and America is entirely appropriate and in America’s interest. But inserting the Chinese Communist Party into America’s pay-to-play system and its economic development strategy isn’t just crossing a line. It’s a leap into an abyss of stupidity.
Another good thing about dope in IL is that opioid addiction rates are far lower in states with legal marijuana. It’s way, way better to be pot fiend than a heroin or oxy addict. These massive sales might be from people who otherwise might be buying the hard stuff on the street.