Legalization

Senate Judiciary Commitee to Hold Hearing on Marijuana Policy

Senate Judiciary Commitee to Hold Hearing on Marijuana Policy

Senator Patrick Leahy, Vermont Democrat and chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, has announced that the committee will hold a meeting on Thursday to discuss federal marijuana policy. In...
Former President Jimmy Carter Speaks Out in Favor of Marijuana Legalization

Former President Jimmy Carter Speaks Out in Favor of Marijuana Legalization

During an interview with CNN anchor Suzanne Malveaux, former president Jimmy Carter revealed that he is in favor of marijuana legalization. Carter explained, “I’m in favor of it.  I...
Marijuana Officially Legalized in Colorado

Marijuana Officially Legalized in Colorado

On Monday, Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper signed Amendment 64 into law, meaning that marijuana use, growing, and possession are now all legal in Colorado. Hickenlooper released a statement that...
Will Marijuana Bars Become the Norm in Washington State?

Will Marijuana Bars Become the Norm in Washington State?

With the passage of I-502, individuals over 21 are now allowed to smoke marijuana, as long as they are not in a public place.  One Olympia bar owner has...
For Some, Not Much Changes with Washington Marijuana Legalization

For Some, Not Much Changes with Washington Marijuana Legalization

Recreational marijuana became legal in Washington on Thursday, and so far the state has seen minimal adverse effects. Other than a number of meet ups held by celebratory stoners,...
Obama Administration Weighing Options Regarding Legal Marijuana

Obama Administration Weighing Options Regarding Legal Marijuana

Since marijuana was legalized in Washington and Colorado, the Obama administration has been holding a series of high level meetings to debate the appropriate federal response to the new...
LA Mayor Villaraigosa Keeps Open Mind Toward Marijuana Legalization

LA Mayor Villaraigosa Keeps Open Mind Toward Marijuana Legalization

Following reports that over 50% of Americans support marijuana legalization, Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa revealed that he is not sure if he supports legalization, but he is open...
Marijuana Officially Legal in Washington State, Celebrations Break Out Across The State

Marijuana Officially Legal in Washington State, Celebrations Break Out Across The State

As of today, December 6, 2012, the possession and use of recreational marijuana is legal in Washington state.  A group of marijuana advocates and users gathered at Seattle’s Space...
New Poll Shows Majority Of Americans Support Marijuana Legalization

New Poll Shows Majority Of Americans Support Marijuana Legalization

Colorado and Washington voters legalized marijuana this November.  Now it seems that the majority of voters in the United States support their decision. A new Quinnipiac University poll released...
Washington Seeks Guidance in Developing Marijuana Program

Washington Seeks Guidance in Developing Marijuana Program

Marijuana possession officially becomes legal in Washington next Thursday, Dec. 6th, but state-run marijuana shops aren’t expected to open for at least another year.  As lawmakers consider the future...