Question 1 in November seeks to decriminalize recreational use of marijuana. Unlikely foes of the referendum fear the effects on existing caregivers.
Marijuana legalization
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Law enforcement in Maine unprepared for legal marijuana, police chiefs say
The Maine Association of Chiefs of Police will launch a public education campaign about the dangers of legal pot.
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Maine police chiefs group opposes marijuana legalization question on November ballot
The association has concerns about impaired drivers and children being exposed to pot edibles if voters make pot legal.
Posted inNation & World, News
U.S. affirms its prohibition on medical marijuana
The decision keeps the federal government at odds with Maine and 24 other states that allow medical marijuana.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Fix property tax, build transportation system to make Maine work for Mainers
We must take steps to stimulate stagnant wages and build a sustainable economy across the state.
Posted inLocal & State, Politics
Travel guru Rick Steves declines to debate anti-marijuana campaign in Maine
The No on 1 campaign had issued the debate challenge after Steves donated $50,000 to the campaign backing marijuana legalization.
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Group opposing legalized marijuana challenges travel guru Rick Steves to debate
A former Obama administration official offers to debate the travel writer and TV host, who plans to come to Maine in October to campaign for legal pot.
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Travel guru Rick Steves donates $50,000 to Maine’s marijuana legalization campaign
He makes makes good on a promise made in May to match contributions by other supporters.
Posted inLocal & State, Politics
Dispensary group announces support for marijuana legalization in Maine
Wellness Connection of Maine officials say legalization will require a robust regulatory framework.
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Signatures for Massachusetts pot vote submitted by deadline
Supporters of legalizing recreational marijuana say their initiative now qualifies for the November ballot.