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Who Will Be the Next Governor of New Jersey?
This is the $300 million question and the final piece of the
puzzle, so let’s look at the candidates. Democrats Phil Murphy
(front-runner) and Jim Johnson support legalization, while
John Wisniewski wants marijuana decriminalized and a legal
framework developed for the market. Senator Ray Lesniak,
another Democrat, also backs decriminalization but is not on
board with full legalization.
On the other side of the aisle, Republican front-runner
and current Lt. Gov. Kim Guadagno is against recreational
legalization but wants to make it easier for patients to
access medical marijuana. She’s also open to exploring
decriminalization. Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli, who
voted against expanding medical use, only supports
decriminalization for offenses involving small amounts of
marijuana. Finally, there’s Steven Rogers, who is in favor of
medical marijuana but opposed to recreational.
With the 2017 gubernatorial election just around the corner in
New Jersey, the team at Medicine Man Technologies is hoping
to see voters make the right choice for the state’s economy and
its citizens. Electing a supportive governor and passing this bill
will certainly usher in a new era of opportunity for both those
involved in the marijuana industry, as well as sustain numerous
social programs. We’ll be sure to give you an update as the race
for Christie’s office heats up over the coming months.
“Scutari led
a group of
legislators
from both
parties on
a Colorado
fact-finding
mission to see how
the cannabis industry is
currently operating
in the state.”
Looking to launch a legal enterprise if New Jersey passes
recreational marijuana? Our experts are here to help. We’ll
guide you through each step and help you get a running
start at success.
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