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Get Up To Speed: Marijuana Myth Busting with Kevin Sabet
Tuesday, October 7, 2025 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Dr. Kevin Sabet is a leading expert on drug policy, a former advisor to three U.S. presidential administrations, and the President of Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM). He is known for his balanced, science-based approach to marijuana policy and his commitment to protecting public health and safety.
This event is for anyone who wants to separate fact from fiction when it
comes to marijuana. Whether you’re:
- Curious but not well-informed about marijuana
- Unsure what’s fact and what’s myth
- Concerned about the impact of marijuana on youth, communities, or health
- Interested in learning from one of the nation’s leading experts on drug policy
…this session is for you. Join us to get up to speed with accurate, balanced information that will help you better understand this important issue.
Kevin A. Sabet, PhD
Kevin Sabet is an internationally recognized expert on drug policy and the founder and president of Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM), a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing evidence-based marijuana laws and preventing the harms of drug misuse. He served as a senior drug policy advisor to Presidents Clinton, Bush, and Obama, and has testified before Congress, the United Nations, and numerous state legislatures.
With a doctorate from Oxford University and more than 25 years of experience in public health and policy, Dr. Sabet is known for translating complex research into practical policy solutions. He is frequently featured in national media, including The New York Times, CNN, NBC, and The Washington Post, and was dubbed the “prodigy of drug politics” by Salon.
Through his work, Dr. Sabet brings clarity, credibility, and compassion to one of today’s most complex public health debates.
This event is sponsored by the Elkhart County Drug-Free Partnership, Elkhart County Prosecutor’s Office, and Write Connections | strategy + design
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