Sentences with phrase «opposed recreational legalization»

Incumbent Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who helped legalize medical marijuana in 2014, has long opposed recreational legalization.

Republican Gov. Charlie Baker and Boston Democratic Mayor Marty Walsh opposed recreational legalization.

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The issue of marijuana has become a hot potato politically, as Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau calls for legalization of recreational marijuana, and the Conservatives oppose the move, saying it would only increase use, especially among youth.

A Siena College poll in July found 49 percent of New Yorkers support legalization of marijuana for recreational use, while 47 percent were opposed.

To date, the federal government has primarily targeted marijuana trafficking and distribution of marijuana to minors; however, the Trump Administration has specifically stated that there is a «big difference» * between medical and recreational marijuana, and Attorney General Jeff Sessions is strongly opposed to the legalization of marijuana.