“We’re literally seeing hundreds of businesses that have opened up across the state and sell recreational marijuana without a license,” said one police official.
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"New York Times" Fact-Checks Elizabeth Warren’s Stance on Legalization
Warren is now pro-legalization but the record shows that this was not always the case.
Marijuana Legalization Remains Low Priority For Most Americans
Only 2% of Americans polled said that legalization was an important issue for them when deciding who they will vote for in the 2020 election.
Marijuana Could Disqualify Immigrants From US Citizenship
Any association with marijuana could be considered an issue in establishing “good moral character,” which is a requirement for citizenship.
Attorney General Nom William Barr Says He Won’t Go After Legal Pot
Despite the fact that Barr would respect state laws in regards to marijuana, some drug policy advocates argued that he should not be made attorney general. As the Senate conducted confirmation hearings with President Trump’s nominee for attorney general, most questions were focused on how William Barr would steer investigations into possible collusion between the… Continue reading Attorney General Nom William Barr Says He Won’t Go After Legal Pot
Kamala Harris Pushes For Marijuana Legalization In New Book
The California senator discusses her stance on prohibition, de-scheduling and the need for the war on drugs to be dismantled in her new book. More and more democratic politicians are getting on board with marijuana legalization, according to Forbes. Sen. Kamala Harris (D-CA) is one of them, as she discusses the topic in her new… Continue reading Kamala Harris Pushes For Marijuana Legalization In New Book
Mexico's Supreme Court Strikes Down Recreational Marijuana Ban
Though limited in scope, the decision was considered a victory for pro-cannabis groups. Lawmakers in Mexico opened a door to marijuana legalization by declaring an absolute ban on recreational use a violation of constitutional rights. The country’s top court declared on October 31 that it had found in favor of two amparos (or legal injunctions) against… Continue reading Mexico's Supreme Court Strikes Down Recreational Marijuana Ban