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Dozens of lawmakers and congressional candidates are calling for marijuana reform on 4/20.
While major brands are marketing off the informal cannabis holiday, policymakers and office-seekers are drawing attention to the ongoing harms of prohibition and encouraging policy changes.
Here’s what they’re saying:
Members of Congress
Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT):
It makes no sense for young people to be denied jobs because they were arrested for smoking marijuana. It is time to legalize marijuana, expunge past marijuana convictions and end the failed war on drugs. pic.twitter.com/KimMYKoLAn
— Bernie Sanders (@SenSanders) April 20, 2020
Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA):
It’s long past time to legalize marijuana and create a cannabis industry that’s open to all—and begin to repair the damage caused by our current criminal justice system. https://t.co/tqjRBsuA7t
— Elizabeth Warren (@ewarren) April 20, 2020
Sen. Ed Markey (D-MA):
We must legalize marijuana and expunge all prior convictions.
— Ed Markey (@EdMarkey) April 20, 2020
Rep. Don Young (R-AK):
For too long, the federal government has stood in the way of states that have acted to set their own #cannabis policies. I’ve visited my state’s legal cannabis operations, and the fact is that these businesses contribute to our economy and create jobs for Alaskans. pic.twitter.com/cX8zvsxtZa
— Rep. Don Young (@repdonyoung) April 20, 2020
Rep. Dwight Evans (D-PA):
As a supporter of legalizing cannabis, I urge #Philly residents: remember to use your medical marijuana at HOME – no public gatherings – stay home and save lives this #420day! #philly420 https://t.co/yMayjSGjWs
— Dwight Evans (@RepDwightEvans) April 20, 2020
As vice chair of @HouseSmallBiz, I agree: #cannabis businesses – including PA medical marijuana businesses – should be eligible for @SBAgov relief like other employers are!
I’m also a strong supporter of the #MOREAct. Time for equal treatment! https://t.co/4rTHFXKT0n
— Dwight Evans (@RepDwightEvans) April 20, 2020
Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA):
We must legalize marijuana.
We must expunge marijuana convictions.
We must reinvest in the communities of color disproportionately impacted by the failed War on Drugs.
This is a matter of justice.
— Ro Khanna (@RoKhanna) April 20, 2020
Rep. Donna Shalala (D-FL):
For years, states have been changing their cannabis laws without investing in a better understanding of the effects of cannabis on human health.
My bill would reschedule cannabis and allow us to study it, so we can safely bring US cannabis policy into the 21st century. #420day pic.twitter.com/v2HKUkP0eJ
— Rep. Donna E. Shalala (@RepShalala) April 20, 2020
Current and former government officials
Former Rep. Beto O’Rourke (D-TX):
Legalize marijuana. Free the people arrested for marijuana and expunge their records. Prioritize licenses to sell marijuana to those who disproportionately bore the brunt of the war on drugs (blacks have been arrested at 3x the rate of whites). https://t.co/Fb3BaI3siH
— Beto O'Rourke (@BetoORourke) April 20, 2020
Former Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Julian Castro:
We need to legalize marijuana.
We also need to release those incarcerated for minor drug charges and expunge their records so they can live productive lives.
It’s long past time we end the failed war on drugs. pic.twitter.com/z7JZyz9PPP
— Julián Castro (@JulianCastro) April 20, 2020
Pennsylvania Lt. Gov. John Fetterman (D):
4 years ago my campaign released this video.
I was the only national candidate to call for marijuana’s full legalization; emphasizing the damage rooted in racism.
The case has never been more resonant than this #420day
Marijuana | Fetterman for Senate https://t.co/9ydDq6izCg pic.twitter.com/b1WoDahXMW
— John Fetterman (@JohnFetterman) April 20, 2020
Pennsylvania Rep. Jake Wheatley (D):
Please join @SenSharifStreet @RepGainey and me today at 4:20 PM for a FB live stream discussion on ending the prohibition of cannabis in PA. Please RT!
FB live event link: https://t.co/hkvq49pqux pic.twitter.com/BUIJEAhntG
— Jake Wheatley (@RepWheatley) April 20, 2020
Washington, D.C. Attorney General Karl Racine:
State AGs have an important role to play in #cannabis policy and innovation to ensure that the cannabis market is responsive to the significant racial disparities in the criminal justice system—which persist today.
— AG Karl A. Racine (@AGKarlRacine) April 20, 2020
City of Denver:
As the 1st state to #LegalizeIt, we have a unique & lengthy history celebrating 420. This year, though, we are practicing social distancing. Please stay Stoned at Home, remember to wash your hands frequently (cuz cheese dust), and as always, consume responsibly & legally. pic.twitter.com/WR2qM1eejT
— City and County of Denver (@CityofDenver) April 20, 2020
Today is 4/20. Civic Center Park is usually hosts a large celebration on this date – but not this year. Civic Center Park is closed. Please stay Stoned at Home. Partake responsibly, and only if you are legally allowed to do so.
— City and County of Denver (@CityofDenver) April 20, 2020
City of Sacramento:
Today is 4/20, a day celebrated by cannabis enthusiasts across the U.S., including here in Sacramento.
However, this year’s 4/20 arrives as the County of Sacramento’s “stay-at-home order” — to prevent the spread of COVID-19 — remains in effect.https://t.co/D6OTakEd8W
— City of Sacramento (@TheCityofSac) April 20, 2020
Congressional candidates
Betsy Sweet:
"As your U.S. Senator, I will support the legalization of marijuana. This is a medical issue. This is a racial issue. This is a social justice issue.
Add your name if you support legalizing cannabis in the United States. #legalizeit
https://t.co/4BkBbOnbOU pic.twitter.com/DVrlGa82DP
— Betsy Sweet (@BetsySweetME) April 20, 2020
I support legalization of #marijuana for medical & recreational use.
When we do this, we need to:
Expunge the records of anyone in jail for nonviolent cannabis-related offenses
— Betsy Sweet (@BetsySweetME) April 20, 2020
Paula Jean Swearengin:
Recreational legalization of hemp & cannabis can create a better economy in WV and states like it within 6-8 months.
Additionally it’s important that we serve those most affected by the criminalization of cannabis & work to create opportunities for all.#420day #PaulaJean2020 pic.twitter.com/nTrNnDBlv3
— Paula Jean Swearengin (@paulajean2020) April 20, 2020
Mike Broihier:
I am the Democrat running against Mitch McConnell — and I believe we *must* deschedule + legalize marijuana (just like alcohol or tobacco).
It would help prevent drug addiction, save taxpayer money, benefit small farmers, & undo horrible racial injustices.
We must act. #420day
— Mike Broihier (@MikeForKY) April 20, 2020
Eddie Mauro:
Americans need not be incarcerated for non-violent offenses like possession. We need comprehensive criminal justice reform & we must #LEGALIZE #marijuana & release those locked up, immediately! Discussions LIVE tomorrow night at 7PM. RSVP NOW! https://t.co/gZsCJoCLEj https://t.co/4c2FZRGoil
— Eddie Mauro for U.S. Senate (@eddiejmauro) April 20, 2020
Lawrence Hamm:
Happy #420 everybody! TODAY IS THE DAY! I will be LIVE answering your questions on https://t.co/SBmJ9LPyc2 at 7 PM sharp! I look forward to hearing from all of my future constituents! #RedditAMA #HammForSenate pic.twitter.com/2NYZNPk3sg
— Lawrence Hamm for US Senate (@HammForSenate) April 20, 2020
Jess Scarane:
Legalize marijuana and expunge all prior convictions. https://t.co/g4IYmrWKOH
— Jess Scarane for Senate (@JessforDelaware) April 20, 2020
When we legalize marijuana, we must also guarantee people who were harmed by our ridiculous policing of weed have the first shot at building a business in it.
Donate one of the many weed numbers today to help elect a senator who will fight for it. https://t.co/g4IYmrWKOH https://t.co/hSdaZISZAx
— Jess Scarane for Senate (@JessforDelaware) April 20, 2020
Alex Morse:
Congress should protect workers employed in the state-licensed cannabis industry by ensuring that state-licensed businesses are eligible for Small Business Administration crisis relief funding and loans.
— Alex Morse (@AlexBMorse) April 20, 2020
I was the 1st Mayor in 2016 to support the legalization of recreational marijuana in MA. It is a necessary step to begin dismantling the war on drugs and in Holyoke, we have worked to ensure those communities harmed by prohibition can build wealth in the new emerging industry.
— Alex Morse (@AlexBMorse) April 20, 2020
Rob Anderson:
Happy 420. Here’s some Political PSA outtakes. pic.twitter.com/9Suuagvldg
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Rob Anderson for Louisiana (@RobAnderson2018) April 20, 2020
Hector Oseguera:
On 4/20 remember that the most dangerous thing about cannabis is getting caught with it.
— Hector for Congress NJ08 (@Oseguera2020) April 20, 2020
Ya granddaddy purp is cool…
but have you ever explored racial disparities in marijuana enforcements despite comparable consumption rates
https://t.co/B1lZdLg6Ku
— Hector for Congress NJ08 (@Oseguera2020) April 20, 2020
Zina Spezakis:
The war on drugs is racist.
Adult marijuana use should be legal.
Expunge the marijuana arrest records and restore those voting rights.#420day https://t.co/BtmCex3PQp
— Zina Spezakis for Congress NJ9
(@ZSpezakis) April 20, 2020
David Kim:
"In 2018, there were.. 700K marijuana arrests nationwide,.. 43% of all drug arrests… [R]ace plays a big part in who gets penalized."
Black people are 3.6 times more likely to be arrested for possession than whites, despite similar usage rates. #420day https://t.co/1mt75Aj9fr
— David Kim
(@davidkim2020) April 20, 2020
Albert Lee:
Happy 420. Join us later today for our virtual townhall on Cannabis Legalization & Prison Reform. Meanwhile, we are looking for 420 contributions of $4.20 today. Chip in to support the change we need. https://t.co/GAoEYtc7bL pic.twitter.com/6ulhZStly0
— Albert Lee For Congress
(@AlbertLee2020) April 20, 2020
Mckayla Wilkes:
Have I been arrested for marijuana possession? Yes.
Am I ashamed of that? No.I am tired of privileged politicians admitting they smoked & faced no consequences, then explaining why they think it should still be illegal.
END THE PROHIBITION.
EXPUNGE THE RECORDS.#420day— Mckayla Wilkes for Congress (@MeetMckayla) April 20, 2020
Russ Cirincionee:
Why I am the better choice for New Jersey: Frank Pallone voted for the draconian 1994 crime bill.
I will reform and work to abolish that bill. New Jersey has one of the highest arrest levels for marijuana possession in the nation, and we must end the prohibition on marijuana. pic.twitter.com/IKCDSwddV6— Russ Cirincione for NJ-6
Nate McMurray:
Happy 420, from a stuffy guy who never had a puff—BUT ALWAYS SUPPORTED LEGALIZATION (check my record):
—Because it’s medicine for some
—None of my business for others
—Would make NY farmers cash
—And is enforced unfairlyBLAZE UP
RESPONSIBLY pic.twitter.com/0oa2L0eEL4
— Nate McMurray for Congress 2020 (@Nate_McMurray) April 20, 2020
Jamaal Bowman:
When we legalize marijuana, let's make sure it's not just wealthy white lobbyists like John Boehner cashing in.
It's insulting to our communities that people would get rich off a product that STILL criminalizes millions of black and brown people.https://t.co/JNHoh7cE5K
— Jamaal Bowman (@JamaalBowmanNY) April 20, 2020
Heidi Briones:
I support legalization of marijuana at the federal level, decriminalizing all opioids, and more. It's time to stop carrying on the so-called "war on drugs" because it's actually a war on people. #420day
— Heidi for Oregon
(@HeidiBriones) April 20, 2020
Scott Costello:
I am on of only 2 of 14 Candidates in my district to support
decriminalization of all drugs
Treatment Not Prison
#420day #legalizeit
— Scott Costello Progressive Democrat (@ScottLCostello) April 20, 2020
Lisa Welch:
It’s 420. Time for us to officially end the federal prohibition on #marijuana and help those who have suffered under the laws in place. Over half the states have it legal in some form & during this pandemic it’s considered essential. Time to #legalizeit https://t.co/cCdSESys29
— Dr. Lisa Welch for US House (@Welch_tx) April 20, 2020
Jason Call:
It’s 4/20 all day today!
Which tbh makes it about the same as yesterday #DecriminalizeCannabis #420day
— Jason Call for Congress WA02
Samelys Lopez:
On #420day we should celebrate the healing benefits of marijuana. Its life-saving properties should be researched and promoted.
Yet 4 of the top 10 neighborhoods in NYC for marijuana arrests are in the Bronx. The war on drugs disenfranchises community & tears families apart. 1/3
— Samelys López for NY-15
We must pass the Marijuana Regulation & Taxation Act.
This ensures legalization is tied to racial & economic justice. Let’s meet the needs of our community and direct reinvestment towards those most harmed by the drug laws.#LegalizeItRight#MarijuanaJustice
3/3
— Samelys López for NY-15
Amanda Siebe:
I'm proud to be 1 of few candidates who are honest about #Marijuana use
We each have our reasons why we use #cannabis, but for me, I'm a #Patient. #MMJ gave me my life back when big pharma was killing me
Time to #LegalizeIt@anthonyvclark20 @BAEforChangehttps://t.co/fN99vlbvjq
— #Siebe2020 for US House (@SiebeforORD1) April 20, 2020
HAPPY 420!!#Marijuana improves my quality of life
It increases my appetite
Decreases my pain
& Helps me sleepit shouldn't make me a criminal, cost me custody of my son, or risk my housing, care, & freedom
TIME TO #LEGALIZE!
Who's with me??#LegalizeIt #Happy420 #PuffPuffPass pic.twitter.com/EvMnCFxKcl— #Siebe2020 for US House (@SiebeforORD1) April 20, 2020
Nabilah Islam:
The war on drugs is racist.
Legalizing adult use cannabis is a no brainer.
The black and brown communities that have been hurt the most should be the ones that benefit.
All three things are true.
— Nabilah Islam for Congress (@NabilahforGA07) April 20, 2020
Morgan Harper:
Legalize marijuana. Expunge their records!
— Morgan Harper (@mh4oh) April 20, 2020
Mike Hood:
Cannabis laws in the US, at the state level, have long pointed toward a national trend.
Federal laws are long over due to bridge gaps and normalize state regulations.
I am proposing a unique strategy to focus related tax revenue on buoying arts programshttps://t.co/htaPXfeaOC
— Mike Hood – 2020 US House Candidate (OH-11) (@NewSpirit2020) April 20, 2020
Julie Oliver:
End the federal prohibition on marijuana.https://t.co/QfaMZNYufd pic.twitter.com/DvFWl3tF91
— Julie Oliver (@JulieOliverTX) April 20, 2020
Shaniyat Chowdhury:
Legalize marijuana
Expunge records
Reinvest in small businesses
Happy 4/20 pic.twitter.com/Q4qkrVMRQS
— Shaniyat Chowdhury for US Congress NY5 (@Shaniyat2020) April 20, 2020
Lacy Watson:
The M.O.R.E. Act is bipartisan legislation in favor of decriminalizing cannabis & expunging prior convictions. Please use your voice to urge Congress to move forward & vote on H.R. 3884. @ACLU @ACLU_WV @AMPROG @CAPaction pic.twitter.com/0F7ULwoZvu
— LacyWatson4Congress (@votelacy) April 20, 2020
Suraj Patel:
Legalizing marijuana is necessary, and it must be done with an emphasis on economic justice for communities of color hurt by the war on drugs. Read my thoughts: https://t.co/1rhTddBNXH
— Suraj Patel (@surajpatelnyc) April 20, 2020
State and local candidates
Andru Volinsky:
I support legalizing marijuana, and I'm not afraid to talk about it. Any legalization bill must include expunging records – and begin to lay the framework for a fair tax system for local growers. #420day pic.twitter.com/6Od1nXhOz7
— Andru Volinsky (@AndruVolinsky) April 20, 2020
New Hampshire is in the top third of states w/ the highest Black arrest rates for marijuana possession. We must legalize and expunge the records of all, including Black people, who are 4x more likely to be arrested for marijuana possession than white people #nhpolitics #420day https://t.co/dE6NOYca5c
— Andru Volinsky (@AndruVolinsky) April 20, 2020
Eliza Orlins:
Marijuana prohibition has disproportionately impacted low-income communities and communities of color, fueling mass criminalization, and a crisis of over-incarceration. That’s why I support legalizing marijuana and ending the racist war on drugs. 2/2
— Eliza Orlins (@elizaorlins) April 20, 2020
Joe Moody:
I’ve got a few things to say about where the #txlege might be headed w/cannabis policy next session. Will be joining @TexasNORML for the #420StreamAThon tomorrow at 1pm CT. Follow the link and join in! #CJReform https://t.co/CQ2XMs3fbt pic.twitter.com/bRqnrBrcXH
— Joe Moody (@moodyforelpaso) April 19, 2020
This story will be updated throughout the day with additional posts from lawmakers, officials and candidates.
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