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New Polls Show Even Split on Marijuana Legalization
Marijuana legalization continues to hover on the cusp of majority support nationwide, according to two new national polls.
Washington Initiative 502
Is there a better way to deal with Mexican marijuana? (sedena.gob.mx)
Mexico Lawmaker Files Marijuana Legalization Bill
A Mexican lawmaker has just introduced a marijuana legalization bill. It's unlikely to pass, but will provide an opportunity for debate on drug policy and is yet another response to last week's legalization victories here in the US.
INCB President Raymond Yans (incb.org)
UN Drug Watchdog "Concerned" with Marijuana Legalization Votes
The International Narcotics Control Board predictably has "grave concerns" about the marijuana legalization victories in the US and urges the US government to ensure that it stays in compliance with international anti-drug treaties.
How will the feds respond to legalization? (justice.gov)
Marijuana Legalization: What Can/Will the Feds Do? [FEATURE]
Everyone is waiting for the other shoe to drop after last week's marijuana legalization votes in Colorado and Washington. Here's what we could see happen.
Gov. Christine Gregoire (governor.wa.gov)
WA Governor Meets with DOJ on Marijuana Legalization
Washington Gov. Christine Gregoire (D) is meeting with a Justice Department official Tuesday to seek clarity on the federal response to last week's marijuana legalization vote.
outgoing Mexican president Calderon with the presidents of Belize, Costa Rica and Honduras (presidencia.gob.mx)
Citing Marijuana Legalization Vote, Latin Leaders Call for Policy Review
Latin American leaders are watching closely as US states begin to move toward marijuana legalization. Now, five of them want the OAS and the UN to talk about it, and what it means for the global prohibition regime.
King County Prosecuting Attorney Dan Satterberg is no longer prosecuting small-time marijuana possession cases. (kingcounty.gov)
Washington DAs Begin Dropping Marijuana Possession Cases
And so it begins. Prosecutors in two of Washington's most populous counties have said they are dismissing pending marijuana possession cases in the wake of last Tuesday's victory for I-502.
Incoming Mexican President Pena Nieto will have marijuana on his mind when he meets President Obama later this month (wikimedia)
Mexico Reacts to US Marijuana Legalization Votes
The marijuana legalization votes in Colorado and Washington have Mexican officials wondering just why they're fighting the drug wars.
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Marijuana Legalization Victories Are Already Ripping the Drug War Apart
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Of all the fascinating reactions I've seen to Colorado and Washington's successful marijuana legalization initiatives, this is by far the most extraordinary.
Embedded video from "The Lord of the Rings," appearing on Seattle Police Blotter legal marijuana guide page.