Maine: Help Make Marijuana Legalization a Reality
Despite setbacks when reintroducing marijuana legalization legislation for the 2014 Maine legislative session, efforts are already underway for 2015.
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Former DA, Congressman Wants To Open 3 Dispensaries
William Delahunt, former district attorney and congressman, wants to open 3 dispensaries in Massachusetts.
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Medical Marijuana Hearings To Be Held in NY in December
New York state lawmakers are planning medical marijuana hearings in Mineola and Buffalo next month.
Portland Lawmaker Deciding Vote Defeating Maine Legalization
This morning, the Maine Legislative Council voted 5-5 on whether or not to allow Rep. Diane Russell’s marijuana legalization to be introduced.
New, Bi-Partisan Medical Marijuana Bill in Pennsylvania
A new medical marijuana bill has been proposed in the Pennsylvania Senate by Senator Daylin Leach and a socially conservative senator, Mike Folmer.
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Manitou Springs to OK Marijuana, Mayor Gives Epic Speech
An excellent article on the Colorado Springs Independent recounts a spectacular speech made by the Mayor of Manitou Springs, Colorado.
NORML PAC Endorses John Hanger for Governor of Pennsylvania
In an interview with NORML conducted earlier this year, John Hanger stated his belief that marijuana law reformers can elect the next governor.
More Opposition to Medical Marijuana Amendment in Florida
Florida House General Council and Senate General Council filed a 50-page brief in opposition to the proposed medical marijuana amendment.
Weed's No Longer Political Kryptonite in New York
While across the country governments have been decriminalizing or legalizing pot, New York City hasn’t moved away from the policies of Rudolph Giuliani.
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Daily Beast: The Drug War Is Over (If Obama Wants It)
Nick Gellespie of The Daily Beast explains that the drug war is over as a political issue, as most Americans now favor legalization.
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New Medical Marijuana Bill Introduced In Wisonsin
The new Wisconsin medical marijuana bill is sponsored by Representatives Chris Taylor, Jon Erpenbach and Chris Danou.
Marijuana NewsLink
Spain's Ex Drug Czar: "Cannabis Is Not A Drug"
Araceli Manjón is the former cabinet director of Spain's National Drugs Plan, which is a position comparable to the US drug czar.
Virginia Gubernatorial Candidates on Marijuana
One of the highest profile elections is the Virginia gubernatorial race. Things are beginning to heat up before the two month stretch before the election.
John McCain Ready for Legalization?!?
According to Talking Points Memo, Sen. John McCain made some comments Thursday that some may find surprising:
Eric Holder Pressed on DEA Use of NSA Intelligence
Five Democratic senators and three Democratic congressmen -- all senior members of the House Judiciary Committee -- have sent a letter to Eric Holder.
CelebritiesLink
George Takei Commends Trudeau's Admission of Cannabis Use
George Tekei, famous for his role as Mr. Sulu in the original Star Trek series, recently commended Justin Trudeau for admitting that he uses cannabis:
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Missouri Lawmaker Busted for Minor Cannabis Possession
Missouri Rep. Jeremy LaFaver, co-sponsor of a bill this year that would have reduced penalties for minor cannabis possession, was pulled over Sunday.
Become a Leader of the Cannabis Legalization Movement
Today I’m here to help redefine your understanding of leadership so that you can see the critical role that each of us plays in leading this movement..