In a healthy and functioning democracy, elected officials represent the views of the electorate. But, when it comes to the issue of cannabis law reform, Republican lawmakers all too often ignore or seek to undermine their voters.
Tag: ballot initiatives
This election may be the most critical one yet in our fight to end marijuana prohibition.
If voters approve these measures, approximately half of all US residents will reside in a jurisdiction where the possession and use of cannabis are legal for adults.
“Voters’ support for repealing cannabis criminalization crosses party lines,” NORML’s Deputy Director Paul Armentano said. “That is why, historically, these ballot initiative efforts have been equally successful at the ballot box in both ‘red’ states and in ‘blue’ states. We anticipate similar outcomes this November.”
Those who wish to perpetuate the failed public policy of cannabis criminalization have lost the hearts and minds of the American public. And they know it.
Today, we launch the initial rollout of NORML’s Smoke the Vote for the 2022 midterm elections!
“Whether or not one supports marijuana legalization, Americans should be outraged at these overtly undemocratic tactics.”
“Whether or not one supports marijuana legalization, Americans should be outraged at these overtly undemocratic tactics.”