The Colorado town of Breckenridge votes to legalize marijuana. 72% of the votes in Breckenridge supported the move to legalize, even though marijuana is still illegal statewide.
The vote comes on the heels of an announcement by the Obama administration this year that the federal government would not raid medical marijuana clinics—thus giving the states the right to govern on the issue.
That move, however, was only in regard to medically prescribed marijuana. The vote in Breckenridge seeks to legalize it full sale, with adults over 21 years of age granted the legal grounds to possess up to 28 grams.
It may be a pie in the sky dream for now. That’s because Colorado state law still prohibits possession without medical necessity. Regardless, voters feel they made a clear statement to local law enforcement by overwhelmingly supporting the measure.
Attorney Sean McAllister was a major advocate of the measure. He said:
“We believe this a signal to the state of Colorado and the nation as a whole.”
The issue has made a major resurgence in the news lately—especially in that state. Just a few months ago, an alternative newspaper in Colorado ran an add seeking a freelance reporter to become a “pot critic,” who would travel to the various marijuana clinics and critique their service.
What’s your take on the news that Breckenridge votes to legalize marijuana? Would you be for an all-out legalization? Do you support the use of medical marijuana? Or do you think out and out prohibition should continue? Please feel free to voice your opinion in the comments section.
Check out a video of the president speaking on the subject of medical marijuana.
November 4th, 2009 at 12:29 pm
I think that recreational weed should be legalized. ppl say that use kills brain cells. I made a 30 on my act test so bump that. (added by Mobile using Mippin)
November 4th, 2009 at 1:45 pm
I had a really gnarly arguement, but I like forgot what I was gonna say!
November 4th, 2009 at 3:07 pm
The prohibition of marijuana was accomplished at the request of industrialist robber barons to prevent hemp products from negatively affecting their bottom lines. The country was bombarded with a racist fear campaign about Mexicans and African Americans going berserk on marijuana. Since few in the dominant culture knew what marijuana was (although they took medicines containing cannabis extract), there was little difficulty in convincing them that marijuana was “The Devil’s Weed”.
Seventy-two years later, we still have draconian laws concerning marijuana, despite the fact that it is demonstrably far safer than the legal recreational drugs alcohol and tobacco. Our President has stated that our drug laws need to change to reflect the science instead of ideology.
Breakenridge has taken a meaningful step on the path towards that goal.
November 4th, 2009 at 3:21 pm
I’m 72 years old and suffer from severe depression. My doctor prescribed Prozac, it made me feel suicidal. Next came Zoloft,same symptoms but worse. Both of these drugs caused my depression to be much worse and frightening.Eventually, Effexor seemed to help me and I’m much better for the most part.
I sit down and spark up a doob, I get a bit of a headrush but then things smooth out so I get a feeling that all my worries and stress are flowing out of my body I can socialize with my friends, I can laugh and I can relax. WHY THE FUCK IS MARIJUANA ILLEGAL?
We really need to address this situation and have the politicians get their heads out of the sand. Thanks, John.
November 4th, 2009 at 5:00 pm
Were pot legal, regulated, and taxed in a similar way that is alcohol, the market would settle on a fair price and many people could make a decent living farming, producing, marketing, and transporting the product. The criminal element (read: assholes and idiots, often armed) can engage in some other enterprise. That pot is illegal, despite its’ obvious benefits, has been one of the great ethical and political tragedies of my lifetime. When I was 15, I was certain it would be legal by the time I reached 25 … I’m 55. Very sad. What’s wrong with people?
November 4th, 2009 at 5:45 pm
I feel what happened in breckenridge is the first step to new laws in other states.The people spoke hear.Just as we elected A president.The people need to be heard.I smoked mary jane on an off for years.The main thing that scared me was the fear of getting caught.That was the most unpleasent felling anyone could have.Other than that,I felt great when I smoked.DONT LIVE IN FEAR.
November 4th, 2009 at 5:56 pm
Nothing new with or in this story, Stoners love being married to a weed.
A new second hand smoke law , no mention? Smell your Skunk Weed smoke, sue your stoned ass!!!!!!!!!!!!!
November 5th, 2009 at 6:55 am
Valid medicinal value, it’s a victimless crime, the War on Drugs WAY too costly, too many arrests for simple possession, tax it and use the money to pay for health insurance and to reduce the deficit…Need I say more?
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November 7th, 2009 at 4:36 am
I bet a dime on a dollar that property prices will swell in Breckenridge. I hope to buy a condo soon.
November 7th, 2009 at 6:49 am
This is AMERICA! Do we live in the land of the free and the brave? Or does our goverment have to help hold our little hands and make all of our choices for us about what is best for our recreation and health. Right on citzens of Breck!! for having the guts to voice your opinion.