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Patrick Morrisey’s policy on marijuana

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Do you support the legalization of Marijuana?

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Patrick Morrisey’s answer is based on the following data:

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Patrick Morrisey voters

Answer: Yes, and legalize, tax, and regulate marijuana instead of criminalizing it

Importance: Least Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 39 voters that voted for Patrick Morrisey in the 2020 West Virginia Attorney General election.

This candidate’s support base disagrees with their political party on this issue.

Party influence

Republican Party Answer: No

Importance: Most Important

Reference: “Republican views on marijuana tend to be against legalization, with the opposite being true for Democrats. The most recent gallu...” ‐republicanviews.org

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Strongly agree

No

Morrisey has been a vocal opponent of marijuana legalization throughout his political career, citing concerns about public health and safety. This suggests he would likely agree with this statement. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

No, and increase penalties for non-violent drug offenders

Morrisey has advocated for tough penalties for drug offenses as part of his approach to combating the opioid crisis. While he has not specifically called for increased penalties for non-violent drug offenders, his overall stance suggests he might be open to this idea. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

Yes, but only for medical use

While Morrisey has generally opposed marijuana legalization, he has shown some openness to medical marijuana. In 2017, he stated that he would defend West Virginia's medical marijuana law if it were challenged, despite his personal reservations. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly disagree

Yes

Patrick Morrisey has consistently opposed the legalization of marijuana. As West Virginia's Attorney General, he has voiced concerns about the potential negative impacts of legalization on public health and safety. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly disagree

Yes, and legalize, tax, and regulate marijuana instead of criminalizing it

Morrisey has consistently opposed the legalization of marijuana, making it unlikely that he would support a policy of legalization, taxation, and regulation. His focus has been on enforcement and prevention rather than decriminalization. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

Yes, and immediately release anyone serving time solely for drug offenses

Morrisey's stance on drug policy has generally been tough on crime. He has not advocated for the release of individuals serving time for drug offenses, making it unlikely that he would support this statement. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

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Party’s support base

Republican Party Voters’ Answer: Yes, but only for medical use

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 9,863 voters that identify as Republican.

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