The argument that the death and complication rates for homebirth when there is little to no legal route (Yes, CNMs are able to perform homebirth in NC but they are required to be overseen by an Obstetrician and therefore most work in birthing centers and hospitals) are proof of why it should not be
considered for legalization and regulation is the same one seen when abortion is prohibited.
Not exact matches
Gov. Andrew Cuomo has expressed concerns about recreational marijuana as a «gateway drug,» although in recent months, as New Yorkers have signaled their growing support
for legalization, he has suggested he is willing to
consider the issue.
Gov. Andrew Cuomo once
considered the funny stuff to be a «gateway drug,» but he has pushed
for medical marijuana and is now touting a study on
legalization in the region that he called
for in January.
He is also
considered an unpredictable maverick and has openly criticized Cuomo in the past
for endorsing Republican candidates (Two of whom backed the
legalization of same - sex marriage in 2011).
Buffalo Sen. Mark Grisanti, one of the four Republicans who voted in favor of the
legalization of same - sex marriage and was widely
considered to be in deep trouble
for his party primary against Kevin Stocker, thumped his opponent with roughly 60 percent of the vote.
The debate comes as state lawmakers
consider Gov. Andrew Cuomo's proposal
for a study of the statewide
legalization of marijuana.
But those close to him have previously said they don't fear a primary given what they
consider the governor's strong progressive record, including successfully pushing
for the
legalization of same sex marriage, passage of the SAFE Act gun control law, enactment of a $ 15 hourly minimum wage and a statewide paid family leave program, and a free tuition program
for some public college students.
As we prepare
for the
legalization of recreational cannabis in Canada this summer, we should
consider ways to avoid driving while impaired and being a passenger with an impaired driver.