Signed by the Governor: West Virginia Legalizes Medical Marijuana

CHARLESTON, W. Va. (April 20, 2017) – Yesterday, West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice signed a bill that creates a limited medical marijuana program. The new law takes a step toward nullifying federal marijuana prohibition in practice within the state. Sen. Richard Ojeda (D – Logan) sponsored Senate Bill 386 (SB386), along with 11 bipartisan co-sponsors. The new…

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Why Marijuana is a “Banner Issue” at TAC

On our Facebook page tonight, a commenter derided libertarians for making “Pot their banner issue,” saying that doing so is a sure path to failure. I would argue, however, that marijuana legalization in modern times represents the most successful state rejection of federal power in the history of this country. There are 28 states that…

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Marijuana Possession and Cultivation Now Officially Legal in Massachusetts; Another Step To Nullify Federal Prohibition

BOSTON, Mass (Jan. 2, 2017) –  On Dec. 15, Massachusetts become the first state on the East Coast to legalize marijuana production and possession for adults. The act is a big step toward nullifying federal cannabis prohibition. In November, Massachusetts voters passed Question 4 by a 53 percent majority. The vote sets up a state…

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Washington D.C. Passes Law Allowing Medical Marijuana Reciprocity with Other States

The Council of the District of Columbia has approved legislation allowing patients with valid medical marijuana cards from other states to access medicinal cannabis in D.C. This represents another step toward effectively nullifying federal prohibition in practice. Introduced by Cnc. Yvette Alexander, B21-0210 or the Medical Marijuana Reciprocity Amendment Act of 2015 expands the District’s…

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Four Ohio Cities Decriminalize Marijuana Possession, Lead Way for Entire State to Nullify Federal Prohibition

Statewide efforts to legalize marijuana in Ohio failed at the ballot box last year, but several cities pressed ahead, voting to decriminalize cannabis within their city limits. This takes a solid first step toward effectively nullifying prohibition in practice. Voters in the Ohio cities of Bellaire, Logan, Newark and Roseville all approved marijuana decriminalization measures…

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Jeff Sessions vs the 10th Amendment

Much of the mainstream media is whipping itself into a hyperbolic frenzy about race and Donald Trump’s Attorney General pick. For us, however, the greatest concern is how Jeff Sessions views federal power under the Constitution. Marijuana provides a really good barometer on how someone views the proper role of the federal government vs the states…

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Maine Voters Nullify Unconstitutional Federal Prohibition, Legalize Marijuana by Passing Question 1

AUGUSTA, Maine. (Nov. 10, 2016) – Voters in Maine approved a ballot measure Tuesday, legalizing marijuana for general use by adults. This takes a big step toward nullifying the unconstitutional federal prohibition of cannabis in effect. Maine voters approved Question 1 by 2,620 vote margin. The race was close and officials didn’t declare a winner…

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Arizona Voters Fail to Legalize Marijuana For General Use

PHOENIX, Ariz. (Nov. 9, 2016) – Voters in Arizona failed to approve a ballot measure legalizing marijuana for general use by adults. Arizona Proposition 205 lost by a 52.1 to 47.9 percent margin. Passage of Prop 205 would have made it legal for adults 21 years or older to possess and use one ounce or…

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