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Nevada County’s Measure S triggers new squabbling

Paul Marini | October 09, 2014

Keri Brenner, The Union Both Measure S backers and the Nevada County Elections Office are complaining this week about problems with voter registrations ­— but for different reasons.

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Numerous ballot measures and candidates will shape the future of cannabis in the state

Paul Marini | October 08, 2014

David Downs, East Bay Express The deadline to register to vote in the November 4 election is October 20, and cannabis activists are warning that progressives and young voters should not ignore the so-called "off-year" election. Voters in 2014 will,...

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CT medical marijuana dispensary opens

Paul Marini | October 08, 2014

Lillian Childress, Yale Daily News A few years ago, Nick Tamborrino never would have imagined that he would one day be the owner of a medical marijuana dispensary.

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44th Annual Midwest Harvestfest

Paul Marini | October 07, 2014

Wisconsin held the 44th annual Midwest Harvestfest on October 5th. Wisconsin Chapter of ASA marched along side of thousands of others fighting for their human right to choose a medication with less side effects and simply works better than pharmaceuticals.  Doctor...

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Medical Marijuana Measure Goes Before Nevada County Voters

Paul Marini | October 07, 2014

Ian McDonald, Fox 40 Voters in Nevada County will decide the fate of a new medical marijuana grow ordinance at the polls next month.

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Marijuana Report: Changes in Washington

Paul Marini | October 06, 2014

Young Ha, Insurance Journal Pro-legalization groups say they are seeing positive developments at the federal level in Washington. U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder told lawmakers during a House Appropriations Committee hearing in April that the Obama administration is open to...

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Just talking about marijuana can make people look silly

Paul Marini | October 06, 2014

George Boardman, The Union There’s plenty of anecdotal evidence that using illegal drugs makes people stupid. The current “debate” over Measure S suggests that just talking about marijuana can make them look silly.

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ASA California Weekly Roundup: October 6, 2014

Paul Marini | October 06, 2014

Contents: Message from the CA Director: 5% used medical cannabis, 92% found relief State & Local News: Mendocino County, Humboldt County, San Jose, Los Angeles, Vallejo, El Cajon, San Diego, and more Public Meetings & Events: Richmond, Alameda County, Lincoln, Nevada City, San...

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Connecticut’s medical marijuana users finding high prices

Paul Marini | October 04, 2014

Ed Stannard, Register Citizen In October 2013, Barbara paid $150 to have a doctor certify her need for medical marijuana, plus $100 to register with the state Department of Consumer Protection.

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US Senators for WA Must Find Patient-Friendly Replacement for Durkan

Paul Marini | October 01, 2014

With the resignation of U.S. Attorney for Western Washington Jenny Durkan, patients in Washington State need to make sure that her replacement will show at least the same level of respect for our medical cannabis program. That is why ASA-WA...

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