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Marijuana DUI Bill Headed For Approval?

A bill that would set a marijuana blood standard for drivers–similar to that of current blood alcohol standards–took a big step toward approval on Tuesday when it passed 18-17 in the Colorado Senate.www.huffingtonpost.com

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Cannabis Creates Controversy in May 15th Election

As the May 15 election approaches, one hot button issue may be enough to light a political fire between attorney general candidates. The issue: medical marijuana.www.kobi5.com

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Attorney General Holder Admits Obama Misled On Medical Marijuana

As many of you have heard by now, Jimmy Kimmel called Obama out on marijuana at the 2012 White House Correspondents’ Dinner last night.www.theweedblog.com

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Mitt Romney’s Stance On Marijuana Policy In America

Now that it’s apparent that Mitt Romney will be the GOP candidate for president in 2012, I think it’s necessary to start talking about him more on TWB. I already knew how Mitt felt about marijuana policy in America, both recreational and medicinal….

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S.F. Democratic Party To Obama: End Medical Marijuana Attacks

The San Francisco Democratic Party has given a blistering rebuke to President Obama’s assault on the medical marijuana community. A resolution was adopted Wednesday by the party’s Central Committee (DCCC) demanding that President Obama, Atty. Gen. Eric…

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Medical Marijuana Advocates Celebrate N.H. House Victory

In yet another powerful affirmation that support for medical marijuana transcends partisan boundaries, the Republican-dominated New Hampshire House voted 236-96 on Wednesday to pass SB 409.www.tokeofthetown.com

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Measure on June ballot would treat pot like a farm crop

Traditional farmers are rallying against a novel June ballot measure in Lake County that would extend “right to farm” protections to medical marijuana growers.www.mercurynews.com

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Time to End Marijuana Prohibition

Just because an activity is foolish, doesn’t mean we should pass laws against it and spend billions of dollars locking up the offenders.www.huffingtonpost.com

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Historic 4/20 in Colorado Voters Can End Marijuana Prohibition This November

April 20, the quasi-official holiday for people who enjoy marijuana, is recognized by millions around the world. This year’s holiday will have a deeper significance for Coloradans as Amendment 64 is on the ballot to tax and regulate marijuana. Amendmen…

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Marijuana Activists Target Oregon AG Candidate : NPR

A candidate for Oregon state Attorney General faces an unusual new opposition campaign. Democrat Dwight Holton has become the target of medical marijuana activists. Holton faces retired judge Ellen Rosenblum in the May Democratic primary.www.npr.org

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Politicians who won’t even talk about legalizing marijuana are enormous hypocrites

The last three presidents admit they smoked it. Presidential candidate and former House Speaker Newt Gringrich (R-GA) called using it, “a sign we were alive and in graduate school in that era.” Former governor Sarah Palin (R-AK) says she did her sh…

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Idaho NORML | Dedicated to reforming Idaho’s marijuana laws.

If there is any state that needs marijuana reform, it’s Idaho.idahonorml.org

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Marijuana Activists Should Never Underestimate The Power Of Social Media

Marijuana Activists Should Harness The Power Of Social Media To Help Reform Lawswww.theweedblog.com

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Montana First

Montana First is a ballot issue committee formed in support of CI-110, which would end criminal penalties for marijuana in Montana in 2012.www.montanafirst2012.org

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Medical Marijuana Supporters Nationwide Need To Be Aware Of Oregon AG Race

The Oregon Attorney General race between Ellen Rosenblum and Dwight Holton is very important to the future of medical marijuana nationwide.www.theweedblog.com

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Nebraska Prop 19

Help end marijuana prohibition in Nebraska. Spread the word!www.neprop19.org

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Oregon Initiative # 24 | Citizens For Sensible Law Enforcement

Find out how to help end marijuana prohibition in Oregon, again.endprohibitionagain.com

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Local, State Officials Decry Federal Attacks on Medical Marijuana

A coalition of medical marijuana patients, activists, dispensing centers, and concerned citizens has compelled public officials to stand up to recent federal attacks. Last week, the coalition “San Francisco United for Safe Access” held a press conferen…

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The Great Cannabis/Marijuana Debate: What’s In A Word?

There are those within the cannabis movement who will tell you with a straight face that the reason the plant is still illegal is because it is called “marijuana.” That’s overreaching wildly. Some activists get quite worked up about it, but any pejorat…

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Medcial Marijuana on the Move in Massachusetts

In Massachusetts the Joint Committee on Public Health will hold a public hearing on a bill that mirrors the proposed ballot question on medical marijuana. A copy of the ballot question is here. If the proposed law for the medical use of marijuana appe…

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