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Arguments for the Legalization of Marijuana

Great arguments which should be shared about why it’s important we legalize marijuana now.

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Legalization of Marijuana

The current laws prohibiting the use of marijuana creates criminals out of law abiding citizens and the laws need to be changed. It is clear that the majority of Americans support this change and it is time for prohibition to end. Not only is Marijuana prohibition costly, but it is also morally objectionable. Government agents close down small bus

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PBS Newshour on medical marijuana and legalization in Cali

A look at legalization of marijuana in California, tax revenue and the failed prohibition.

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Make Marijuana Legal: Recommended reading List

A blog dedicated to the legalization of marijuana

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53 percent of Americans approve legalization of marijuana

Breaking News: A poll conducted by Angus Reid Global Monitor shows that 53 percent of the 1,004 American respondants think marijuana should be legalized in the U.S. 61 percent Democrats approve, 55 percent Independents and 43 percent Republicans also approve.

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Book Review: Marijuana is Safer: So Why Are We Driving…

Marijuana is Safer: So Why Are We Driving People to Drink? by Steve Fox

While I agree with the idea that motivated this book, the legalization of marijuana, I’m not sure I agree with the books argument that people resort to alcohol because there is nothing else and, that because of that fact, we see all the mayhem caused by alcohol in our…

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Rocky Mountain High – George Will

I personally support the legalization of marijuana. But if you are going to legalize it, at least do so directly, and honestly. This back-door de facto legalization is cowardly.

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Michigan man pushes for further legalization of marijuana

The 51-year-old Grand Blanc Township man said he wants marijuana to be “as legal as tomatoes — you can grow your own tomatoes,” and has taken the first step, starting a Web site, in his grassroots effort to have it legalized completely.

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Petition for the Immediate Re-Legalization of Marijuana

This article provides the full text of a petition to demand the Immediate Re-Legalization of Marijuana by implementing MERP through a Special Joint Session of Congress as well as a Change.org petition to send your message to Obama and your Federal Representatives. If passed Americans will be able to “self cultivate” their own Marijuana immediately

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Support For Legalizing Marijuana Gaining Ground Rapidly

The shift is widely described as generational. A Gallup poll in October found 44% of Americans favor full legalization of marijuana — a rise of 13 points since 2000. Gallup said that if public support continues growing at a rate of 1 to 2% per year, “the majority of Americans could favor legalization of the drug in as little as four years.”

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Legalized Marijuana: Closer Than Ever For The U.S.

The War on Drugs is increasingly perceived as a losing battle and a growing number of proponents for the legalization of marijuana believe that instead of outlawing the drug, regulating and taxing it would have beneficial economic, social and political outcomes that merit serious consideration.

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Republican Mom Speaks Out In Favor Of Marijuana

Republican Mom Speaks Out In Favor Of Marijuana On FOX News. “This is an amazing step toward the legalization of marijuana in America. Marijuana Prohibition is soon to end.”
–Barry N. Cooper/NeverGetBusted

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Rick Steves: Advocates Legalization of Marijuana

Spending four months a year overseas, Rick Steves believes that thoughtful travel can expand our world view and shape how we address the political challenges that confront our country.This popular speaker returns to The Commonwealth Club to provide a unique perspective on how the other 96 percent of humanity views our country and why we should &quo

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Breckenridge Approves Legalization Of Marijuana

Residents of the ski resort town of Breckenridge voted to legalize adult possession of marijuana on Tuesday. Voters passed Measure 2F by a margin of 73 percent. It allows adults over 21 years old to possess up to an ounce of marijuana.

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Marijuana Legalization

Discussion over legalization of marijuana in California. Part 1/3, parts 2 and 3 can be found below.

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Marijuana sparks joint party powwow

Discussions continue at the Capital this week between Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and other state leaders regarding a bill supporting the legalization of marijuana for recreational use.

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CA Judge testifies FOR the legalization of Marijuana!

Judge Testifies for Marijuana Legalization in California

Retired Orange County Superior Court Judge James P. Gray’s testimony was one of the last to be heard, and to use a World Series metaphor, we couldn’t have asked for a better “clean up” hitter

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Podesta: Legalizing Marijuana

Not there yet, but the roundtable seemed to think that the legalization of marijuana is coming. John Podesta even suggested (in jest?) taxing marijuana could be a way to pay for health care.

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44% Of Americans Think Marijuana Should Be Legalized

According to a recent Gallop Poll, support for the legalization of marijuana is at an all time high in the US…

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Pot-Friendly California: Amsterdam In America? : NPR

More than 12 years after California voters approved medical marijuana, the state is awash in pot dispensaries. And the bar isn’t very high for getting a doctor to recommend pot for whatever ails you. Some say it amounts to a de facto legalization of marijuana.

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