After news broke Thursday that Attorney General Jeff Sessions is rescinding the Obama-era policy that had paved the way for legalized marijuana to flourish in Colorado and other states, political reaction across the state was swift and steady.
Recreational marijuana use has been legal in Colorado ever since Amendment 64 was approved by voters in 2014.
At issue is the Cole Memorandum, issued in 2013 by Deputy Attorney General James Cole, that directed U.S. attorneys not to make marijuana prosecutions a priority in states where voters have approved its legalization.
“It is the mission of the Department of Justice to enforce the laws of the United States, and the previous issuance of guidance undermines the rule of law and the ability of our local, state, tribal, and federal law enforcement partners to carry out this mission,” Sessions said.
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Poll: Do you think that Attorney General Jeff Sessions’ decision to rescind an Obama-era policy on federal marijuana enforcement will have a negative effect on Colorado’s pot industry?
Yes - 757 - 47.52%
No - 836 - 52.48%
