A legislator wants any decisions on legalization made at the state or federal level, but critics say his bill conflicts with the Constitution and home rule traditions.
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South Portland police chief, marijuana advocate debate legalization
Among the points of contention are whether pot is safer than alcohol and whether legalization will increase use by young people.
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Legal-pot advocate and police chief to debate in South Portland
Chief Edward Googins and David Boyer of the Marijuana Policy Project will take part in a public forum on the city’s legalization proposal Wednesday evening.
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Anti-pot legalization signs reported stolen in South Portland
Residents will vote Nov. 4 on a proposal to legalize possession of as much as an ounce of marijuana for recreational use.
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Latest bids to legalize marijuana cause split
Advocates of efforts in Lewiston and South Portland say they have momentum, while foes push back against a ‘feeling of inevitability.’