Pot initiative backers seek suburban parents vote
Californians face Prop 19 as backers target suburban parents who know marijuana use at teen parties. Campaign chief Ashford says polls show low support but anticipate a closet vote from voters with friends or children who smoke. Organizers rely on door to door outreach, printing leaflets, and local volunteers to push the measure onto the ballot.
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Fresno area drug planes spark political bets and legal cases
Ashford lists five election predictions about a marijuana measure, claiming endorsements from the California Bar Association and support from medical leaders, while officials cite ongoing seizures. Sheriff McKinney notes refueling flights in the valley. In 1971 twelve people were indicted for involvement in a marijuana trafficking ring from Mexico into the Fresno area.
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