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Under the Influence "Per Se"? How Colorado's "Drugged-Driving" Bill Would Slam Pot-Smokers With Unfair DUIs

Phillip Smith, Drug War Chronicle. May 7, 2012.

Drivers found with a certain amount of THC in their blood are automatically presumed to be driving under the influence of drugs, even if they can show they were not impaired.

Victory: New Mexico Governor Fails Latest Attempt to Keep Driver's Licenses From Undocumented Immigrants

Joan Friedland, Immigration Impact. February 22, 2012.

It is the third unsuccessful attempt by Republican Governor Susana Martinez to repeal the state’s law allowing driver's licenses regardless of immigration status.

Amend the State Constitution, Legalize Pot? How Advocates in Montana are Sticking it to the Feds and Local Republicans

Phillip Smith, Drug War Chronicle. February 3, 2012.

Provoked by federal raids and Republican attempts to eradicate medical pot, activists are rolling out a campaign for a constitutional amendment to legalize pot in Big Sky County.

Marriage Equality in Vermont: How It Happened and Why It's Crucial

Michael Corcoran, The Nation. April 9, 2009.

Vermont is the first state to permit gay marriage rights through a democratically elected legislature.

Three Ways Maryland May Legalize Medical Pot

Kristen Gwynne, December 31, 1969.


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