MP Claims Legalizing ‘Islamophobia’ Would Shield Grooming Gangs
There are concerns that what’s being referred to as the rape grooming gangs of Muslim children could escape scrutiny from the UK public if the Labour government proceeds with its definition of “Islamophobia.” Following Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner’s resignation due to a property tax issue, MP Steve Reed has taken over the Labour group’s […]
Lawmakers in New York prepare to vote on legalizing assisted suicide amid ongoing debate
ALBANY — Potential Legalization of Doctor-Assisted Suicides State lawmakers are expected to advance a bill permitting doctor-assisted suicide as early as next week. This news comes from Democratic leaders in the Senate, despite the ongoing debates surrounding the legislation. The proposed law would enable individuals with a terminal illness, expected to live less than six […]
Countries in UK move step closer to legalizing assisted dying
This story discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is considering suicide, please contact the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255). England and Wales inched closer to legalizing assisted dying after MPs approved a controversial bill in the House of Commons on Friday that would allow terminally ill adults to end […]
Florida Lawmaker Open to Legalizing Homegrown Cannabis After ‘Weed Cartel’ Ballot Measure Fails
One Florida lawmaker says he wants to “test the waters” of a domestic marijuana bill, but the Florida Sheriff's Association says Floridians have rejected Amendment 3 as a “dangerous” amendment. is praised. “Personally, as one of the 85 Republicans elected to the Florida House of Representatives, I’m very open to the idea of doing something […]
Florida: Amendment 3 Legalizing Recreational Marijuana Projected To Fail
FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA – OCTOBER 12: Florida Attorney General candidate Jim Lewis, who is running on the platform of legalizing marijuana, speaks during the October 12, 2010 election in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Holding up a placard at a rally. Lewis believes legalizing the drug could save the state hundreds of millions of dollars that could […]
Trump suggests he could support Florida law legalizing ‘personal amounts’ of marijuana
Former President Trump has indicated he may support a Florida ballot measure that would legalize marijuana for recreational use. “In Florida, along with many other states that have already done so, Amendment 3 will legalize marijuana for personal use by adults.” Trump “Whether people like it or not, this is being done with voter approval […]
Florida GOP lawmaker wants to ban smoking on streets, but supports legalizing weed
A Republican Florida senator who supports legalizing marijuana has introduced a bill that would ban smoking on the streets. State Sen. Joe Gruters announced the possibility of the bill during an online press conference Thursday, saying he wants to ban all types of smoking and vaping in public places to improve the environment and quality […]
Sen. Rick Scott announces he will vote against legalizing recreational marijuana
The issue of drug addiction is personal for Sen. Rick Scott (R-FL). He lost his brother in April due to years of abusing controlled substances and alcohol. Scott claimed that his brother’s addiction first started with using marijuana in his youth and gradually evolved over the years. It was his brother’s death that he had […]
Prime Minister Back Peddles On Legalizing Weed As Crime Rises After Decriminalization
Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin wants to outlaw marijuana two years after legalizing the drug due to crime rising after its decriminalization, The Associated Press (AP) reported Wednesday. This marked an interesting turnabout for Thailand, which was the first country in Asia to legalize the substance, the outlet noted. The prime minister of Thailand, the […]
Signatures submitted to put legalizing abortion, sports wagering on Missouri ballot
(The Center Square) – The orchestrated parade of rental trucks delivering bank boxes of signed petitions to the Missouri secretary of state’s office ended on Friday, the final business day before a May 5 constitutional deadline. Organizations desiring to get a measure on the November ballot gathered signatures for the last few months. Signatures of […]