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Trucking Industry Says Positive Marijuana Tests And ‘Sometimes Outdated’ Federal Regulations Are Contributing To National Driver Shortage

A recent policy paper from a pair of companies in the trucking industry says the sector was short about 80,000 drivers last year—an issue it asserts was exacerbated by workers testing positive for marijuana under the federal Department of Transportation’s (DOT) strict, zero-tolerance drug policy. “A significant number of otherwise qualified drivers fail pre-employment or

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Gaskin: Earth Day in a ‘drill, baby, drill’ world

Earth Day, first observed in 1970, was established as a global call to action for environmental protection. It symbolizes humanity’s collective responsibility toward the planet, emphasizing sustainable practices and stewardship. Yet, today, Earth Day exists in tension with a “drill baby drill” mindset — a phrase epitomizing an aggressive push for fossil fuel exploration and