Tag: Marijuana Legalization
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Denver Archdiocese condemns marijuana in letter, industry leaders call it ‘disappointing’
The archdiocese of Denver released a pastoral letter Friday condemning the spreading use of recreational marijuana, expressing “concern for the salvation of souls.” A marijuana industry leader called the letter “disappointing” and “out of touch.” The letter, written by Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila, “highlights challenges of broad acceptance of recreational pot.” “I write to you…
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Marijuana-related crime, sales decreased last year in Denver, according to study
The 2023 annual report from the Denver Department of Excise and Licenses showed marijuana sales decreasing in 2022 and criminal offenses related to marijuana remaining a small portion of the city’s overall crime. On Jan. 1, 2014, Denver became the first U.S. city allowing regulated retail marijuana sales. In years since, Denver has developed ordinances…
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EDITORIAL: Politicians tell big lies to celebrate pot
Our state’s highest-ranking politicians must think misery loves company. Gov. Jared Polis and Sens. Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper rank among the country’s most enthused advocates of marijuana legalization. Sunday marks the 10-year anniversary of Colorado becoming the first state to legalize recreational pot. State leaders are celebrating like children. They want pot legalization from…