Support for pot initiative sparks disagreement within Florida's Young Republicans
A weekend vote on a recreational pot initiative sparked a schism between the Florida Young Republicans (YR) and the state party and within its membership.
A divide became public Tuesday after it was announced the Young Republicans as the latest group to endorse Amendment 3. Thats a proposed ballot measure on the November ballot which, if 60% of voters support it, will constitutionally demand Florida lawmakers decriminalize recreational marijuana use by adults.
A statement issued by the Florida Young Republicans cited GOP presidential nominee Donald Trumps support for the measure as playing a significant role.
The Florida Young Republicans hereby stand with President Trump on his positions regarding the Florida ballot measures, the statement reads. We back the Presidents stance on FL Amendment 3 to legalize cannabis.
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