Richard Lee (activist)

Richard Lee
Richard Lee at Hemp & Cannabis Expo 2010
OccupationCannabis activist

Richard Lee (born 1964) is a marijuana rights activist who ran various medical marijuana programs throughout downtown Oakland, California.[1] He is regarded as a central figure in Northern California's medical marijuana movement.[2] He also operated a coffee shop.[3] He has been active in working to end cannabis prohibition since 1992.[citation needed]

  1. ^ "Richard Lee". Oaksterdam University. 2016-03-25. Retrieved 2024-01-02.
  2. ^ Morning Edition, June 7, 2010 broadcast.
  3. ^ "Growing Medical Marijuana Industry Sparks Debate in California". Voice of America News. November 11, 2009. Archived from the original on November 14, 2009.