Pot Legalization Campaigns in Two States Raise $3 Million

Backers of pot legalization in Washington and Colorado have cumulatively raised $3 million dollars in campaigns, far surpassing their opposition.

Part of the money has been used to produce TV ads aiming to convince voters (especially non-cannabis using voters and female voters) of legalization’s numerous benefits.

Progressive Insurance billionaire Peter Lewis, who NORML estimates to have contributed between $40-$60 million funding marijuana reform initiatives since the 1980’s, continues to be a critical bank roller of both recreational and medical legalization initiatives this election year.

A June poll of Colorado voters showed 61 percent supported legalizing and regulating pot, along with 55 percent support for legalization in Washington.

Contrary to Washington and Colorado, Oregon’ s recreational pot legalization campaign has raised than less than $1,000.

All three state measures go on the ballot in November, so it’s especially important to get off your ass and into the voting booth if you are eligible.