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Marijuana Legalization

Vox’s coverage of marijuana legalization as states across the country cross a new frontier in drug policy.

Health Care
7 myths about medical marijuana7 myths about medical marijuana
Health Care

From Ebola to politics, the ridiculous and dangerous beliefs surrounding medical cannabis.

By German Lopez
Health Care
Vape: Oxford Dictionaries’ Word of the YearVape: Oxford Dictionaries’ Word of the Year
Health Care

As smokeless tobacco and marijuana become more popular, so do the words surrounding them.

By German Lopez
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How the war on drugs perpetuates violence in Latin AmericaHow the war on drugs perpetuates violence in Latin America
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It’s not just 43 college students. The war on drugs has killed thousands in Mexico since 2006.

By German Lopez
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How to get away with a marijuana conviction: be the governor’s sonHow to get away with a marijuana conviction: be the governor’s son
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An outgoing governor plans to pardon his son for a felony conviction for possessing marijuana with intention to sell.

By German Lopez
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Marijuana didn’t just win on Election Day — it also got more votes than major politiciansMarijuana didn’t just win on Election Day — it also got more votes than major politicians
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Legalization did a lot better than many of the major candidates on the ballot.

By German Lopez
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It’s about much more than missing students: Mexico’s massive protest movement, explainedIt’s about much more than missing students: Mexico’s massive protest movement, explained
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They may have started as a response to the disappearance of 43 student protesters, but now Mexico’s protests are about much more than that. Here’s what you need to know about the protests, and the deep problems in Mexico that inspired them.

By Amanda Taub
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New York City might stop arresting people for low-level marijuana possession. Here’s why.New York City might stop arresting people for low-level marijuana possession. Here’s why.
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A previous report found racially skewed marijuana arrests were still continuing, despite promises from a new mayor.

By German Lopez
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The ridiculous profitability of illegal drugs, in one chartThe ridiculous profitability of illegal drugs, in one chart
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It’s no wonder drug cartels are so powerful.

By German Lopez
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No, women aren’t overwhelmingly more likely to oppose marijuana legalizationNo, women aren’t overwhelmingly more likely to oppose marijuana legalization
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There’s a gender gap, but it’s probably not 15 points.

By German Lopez
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Will Congress block marijuana legalization in Washington, DC?Will Congress block marijuana legalization in Washington, DC?
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Congress could act, but how likely is it?

By German Lopez
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7 prominent politicians who prove US drug politics are changing7 prominent politicians who prove US drug politics are changing
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From Hillary Clinton to Rick Perry, the times — and politics — are obviously changing.

By German Lopez
40 maps and charts that explain the 2014 midterm elections
Health

A visual guide to Republicans’ huge victory.

By Dylan Matthews
Health Care
The 7 most important midterm election results you might have missedThe 7 most important midterm election results you might have missed
Health Care

Last night was important for far more than the Senate.

By German Lopez
Marijuana legalization sweeps the 2014 midterm elections
Health Care

Several states radically reshaped their approach to marijuana.

By German Lopez
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Marijuana legalization won in Alaska, DC, and Oregon, but when can you smoke pot legally?Marijuana legalization won in Alaska, DC, and Oregon, but when can you smoke pot legally?
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A big day for marijuana legalization.

By German Lopez
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Medical marijuana loses in Florida — even though it got majority supportMedical marijuana loses in Florida — even though it got majority support
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The first loss in today’s marijuana midterms.

By German Lopez
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Guam just legalized medical marijuanaGuam just legalized medical marijuana
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The first marijuana legalization victory of 2014.

By German Lopez
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Marijuana legalization 2014: Cities in Maine, Michigan, and more are voting todayMarijuana legalization 2014: Cities in Maine, Michigan, and more are voting today
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Marijuana legalization 2014: Cities are voting on pot, too

By German Lopez
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Marijuana ballot initiatives in Oregon, Alaska, Florida, and DC hinge on young votersMarijuana ballot initiatives in Oregon, Alaska, Florida, and DC hinge on young voters
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One example of why voting matters.

By German Lopez
Health Care
9 damn good reasons to go vote today9 damn good reasons to go vote today
Health Care

If you don’t vote, you can’t complain.

By Ezra Klein
Marijuana Legalization
Colorado parents are freaking out about marijuana in Halloween candyColorado parents are freaking out about marijuana in Halloween candy
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The latest edibles scare could dampen one of the best holidays of the year.

By German Lopez
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The problem with marijuana ballot initiativesThe problem with marijuana ballot initiatives
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Drug policy is much more complicated than a yes or no vote suggests.

By German Lopez
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Branding marijuana: How one company wants to refine a multibillion-dollar industryBranding marijuana: How one company wants to refine a multibillion-dollar industry
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The industry is rapidly growing, and one company wants to make it more professional.

By German Lopez
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Meet the first sitting US senator to publicly support marijuana legalizationMeet the first sitting US senator to publicly support marijuana legalization
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Oregon is among several states to vote on marijuana this November.

By German Lopez
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“More weed, less war”: The new conservative dark money gambit to win the Senate“More weed, less war”: The new conservative dark money gambit to win the Senate
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New ads try to convince young voters to vote libertarian.

By Andrew Prokop
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Eric Holder is “cautiously optimistic” about how pot legalization is going in CO and WAEric Holder is “cautiously optimistic” about how pot legalization is going in CO and WA
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More friendly words about drug policy reform from Eric Holder.

By German Lopez
Police Violence
Meet Vanita Gupta, the drug war critic Obama wants as his top civil rights lawyerMeet Vanita Gupta, the drug war critic Obama wants as his top civil rights lawyer
Police Violence

From Grover Norquist to Eric Holder, the nominee has bipartisan support.

By German Lopez
Health Care
Louisiana’s Democratic senator opposes medical pot. Her Republican opponent supports it.Louisiana’s Democratic senator opposes medical pot. Her Republican opponent supports it.
Health Care

The senator also helps people do keg stands.

By German Lopez
Health Care
Synthetic marijuana: What is it, how does it work, and is it dangerous?Synthetic marijuana: What is it, how does it work, and is it dangerous?
Health Care

New Hampshire declared a state of emergency over the drug. Was it warranted?

By German Lopez
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US calls for major reform in international drug lawsUS calls for major reform in international drug laws
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“Things have changed since 1961.”

By German Lopez
Climate
Marijuana farms in California are killing this adorable weaselMarijuana farms in California are killing this adorable weasel
Climate

Bad practices are threatening the Pacific fisher, coho salmon, and other cute critters.

By German Lopez
Health Care
Read Carl Sagan’s newly revealed letters about the war on drugsRead Carl Sagan’s newly revealed letters about the war on drugs
Health Care

The late host of Cosmos took issue with the apparent contradictions between science and drug policy.

By German Lopez
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The small and scrappy campaign that could legalize marijuana in Washington, DCThe small and scrappy campaign that could legalize marijuana in Washington, DC
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Despite its size, the campaign stands a very real chance of success.

By German Lopez
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Snoop Dogg and Sir Richard Branson are teaming up to fight for your right to get highSnoop Dogg and Sir Richard Branson are teaming up to fight for your right to get high
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A rapper and a billionaire, among others, take on America’s drug policies.

By German Lopez
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How marijuana legalization became a majority movementHow marijuana legalization became a majority movement
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The movement is rapidly evolving, but it still has ways to go.

By German Lopez
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Marijuana legalization doesn’t solve racial disparities in the criminal justice systemMarijuana legalization doesn’t solve racial disparities in the criminal justice system
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After legalization and decriminalization, much more work is needed.

By German Lopez
Police Violence
The civil rights legacy of Eric HolderThe civil rights legacy of Eric Holder
Police Violence

From the war on drugs to local policing, the attorney general pursued a sweeping civil rights agenda.

By German Lopez
Marijuana Legalization
Alaska TV reporter says “Fuck it” and quits on air to support legal marijuana. Here’s why.Alaska TV reporter says “Fuck it” and quits on air to support legal marijuana. Here’s why.
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The issue goes further than recreational marijuana use.

By German Lopez
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The US used to tax and regulate drugs — not ban themThe US used to tax and regulate drugs — not ban them
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It all changed when the federal government began to increase its powers, starting in DC.

By German Lopez
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DC and 3 states will vote on marijuana this yearDC and 3 states will vote on marijuana this year
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Will your state vote on reform?

By German Lopez