[JD59]

Both Michigan and Illinois, which allows sales starting on Jan. 1, are officially joining nine other states that broadly allow marijuana sales.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — James Daly is eager to make marijuana history on Sunday, when he plans to open the doors to Arbors Wellness, beckon the lengthy line outside and legally start selling recreational pot for the first time in the Midwest.

https://www.huffpost.com/entry/michi...b0913e6f7c0717

[Nodpete]

Pandora's box !

[tuebor]

^Ann Arbor effectively decriminalized marijuana decades ago. When I was growing up, the penalty for possessing small amounts of marijuana was lowered to $5. That was raised to $25 during the Reagan years. What has happened since then? Ann Arbor has consistently been near the top in terms of prosperity and quality of life when compared to other communities in the state or even the region.

There have been increases in crime observed in Colorado that might be associated with legalization, but much of the crime might be connected to cash-only aspect of this industry. If the Feds would allow the pot industry to use banks like other businesses, this would not be a problem.

[flamadiddle]

Pure awesomeness for the Midwest!