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Marijuana is on the ballot in four states, but legalization may soon stall, researchers say

  • Written by Daniel J. Mallinson, Assistant Professor of Public Policy and Administration, School of Public Affairs, Pennsylvania State University
Utah residents show support for a ballot initiative that would legalize medical marijuana in the state.AP Photo/Rick Bowmer

The midterm elections could loosen marijuana restrictions in the United States, as four states put ballot initiatives on legalization to a vote.

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