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Blumenauer Urges His Party to Embrace Marijuana Legalization as He Leaves Congress

Representative Earl Blumenauer (Credits: Oregon Public Broadcasting)

Representative Earl Blumenauer’s career in advocating for marijuana legalization spans over five decades, from his early days in the Oregon state legislature to his current position as a congressman representing Portland. As he prepares to retire after nearly thirty years in Congress, he continues to champion the cause of federal marijuana legalization.

Blumenauer’s involvement in the first bill to decriminalize small amounts of marijuana reflects his long-standing commitment to changing marijuana policy.

Now, he is on a mission to persuade his fellow Democrats, including President Biden, to prioritize federal legalization of marijuana as a key component of their political agendas.

Representative Earl Blumenauer (Credits: KATU)

In his efforts to promote marijuana legalization, Blumenauer emphasizes the potential benefits of such a policy shift, both in terms of its positive impact on public policy and its political appeal.

He argues that legalization could serve as an “electric” political issue, particularly in engaging young voters who have shown a tendency to support such measures.

Rep Blumenauer (Credits: Politico)

Blumenauer sees this as an opportunity for President Biden to connect with younger demographics and strengthen his chances of re-election.

Blumenauer’s advocacy underscores the evolving landscape of marijuana policy in the United States and the growing momentum behind efforts to legalize marijuana at the federal level. As he concludes his tenure in Congress, he leaves behind a legacy of leadership in the fight for marijuana reform.

 

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