Paul Piotrowski (D) to challenge Patrick Testin (R) for Senate 24
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Paul Piotrowski (D) to challenge Patrick Testin (R) for Senate 24

Senate District 24 (MAP) is comprised of Portage County and areas of Wood County, Waushara County, Adams County, Jackson County and Monroe County. ### Paul Piotrowski (D – WI) = LEGALIZE, TAX, AND REGULATE, DECRIMINALIZE, MEDICAL USE I am in favor of immediate legalization of medical marijuana. After we have accomplished that, we should take…

Deb Silvers (D) to challenge Kevin Petersen (R)
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Deb Silvers (D) to challenge Kevin Petersen (R)

Assembly District 40 (MAP) is primarily Waupaca County and eastern half of Waushara County, including the City of New London. Republican assembly representative Kevin Petersen from Waupaca has not co-sponsored any legislation on marijuana reform since elected in 2006.   During 2019, the Assembly Republicans prefiled a bill for the 2020 legislative session to create a medical marijuana…

6th Congressional Candidates Cannabis Scorecards
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6th Congressional Candidates Cannabis Scorecards

NORML is pleased to announce the release of our 2020 Candidate Scorecard. This extensive database assigns a letter grade ‘A’ through ‘F’ to states’ to elected officials. They have added a module for the upcoming elections in 2020. We are proud to release the ‘scorecards’ of the candidates in the 6th Congressional race. Wisconsin’s 6th Congressional…

Joni Anderson (D) vs winner of Republican Primary in Senate District 14
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Joni Anderson (D) vs winner of Republican Primary in Senate District 14

The 14th District of the Wisconsin Senate is located in central Wisconsin, and is currently composed of parts of Adams, Columbia, Dodge, Fond du Lac, Green Lake, Marquette, Outagamie, Sauk (Wi Dells & Lake Delton), Waupaca and Waushara counties.(MAP) Advisory Referendums on Marijuana in 2018 passed 78% in Marquette County and 80% in Sauk County. Former Rep. Ballweg…

Senator Olsen retires and Rep Ballweg pounces on first dibs
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Senator Olsen retires and Rep Ballweg pounces on first dibs

I have been active with marijuana reform for over a decade. Both Senator Olsen and Rep. Ballweg seemed sympathetic back in 2009 while the Republicans were in the minority under a Dem controlled legislature. 2010 changed as Republicans took control and basically killed everything marijuana related, always. Since then, I really think both these legislators…

Republican Medical Marijuana Bill receives committee assignments
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Republican Medical Marijuana Bill receives committee assignments

The Republican Medical Marijuana legislation authored by Representatives Mary Felzkowski, Pat Snyder, Michael Schraa, Shae Sortwell and Senator Kathy Bernier has received Assembly Bill 750 and Senate Bill 683 and committee assignments for the 2020 legislative session. This bill would create a medical marijuana program to allow qualifying patients to access medical marijuana in Wisconsin!…

72nd Assembly Rep Scott Krug Marijuana Survey
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72nd Assembly Rep Scott Krug Marijuana Survey

Assembly Rep. Scott Krug (Republican from Nekoosa) representing Wisconsin’s 72 Assembly District has a question about marijuana for you, the constituents that live within the following area:   The 72nd Assembly District is comprised of Wisconsin Rapids, Port Edwards, Nekoosa, Bancroft, Plainfield, Village of Hancock, Almond, Rome, Biron, Big Flats, Arkdale, Coloma and town of…

Activists plan to visit Congressman Petri during April 2012 Town Hall Meetings
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Activists plan to visit Congressman Petri during April 2012 Town Hall Meetings

Congressman Tom Petri announces Town Hall Meetings set for April 2012 Town Meetings provide opportunities to discuss national issues in a group setting. The latest round of Town Meetings will take place from April 2 through April 12 at Twelve locations throughout central Wisconsin. Please come and express your opinion! MONDAY, APRIL 2 2:00 – 3:00…

Senator Olsen expected to address medical marijuana activists at December 21st meeting
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Senator Olsen expected to address medical marijuana activists at December 21st meeting

The original site of the T.H.C. Tour from February 2010 will be the home to a special meeting of Northern Wisconsin NORML. Join the chapter in the sleepy town of Berlin Wisconsin as they expect to be addressed by Republican Senator Luther Olsen.  Senator Olsen represents the district of Jay Selthofner, Executive Director for the chapter….

Reader believes we need a change in leadership
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Reader believes we need a change in leadership

As printed in the Waushara Arugs Newspapers, Published by Wautoma Newspapers, Inc. Wautoma Wisconsin. Wednesday, October 13th, 2010.  Volume 151 No 41 Link to Waushara Argus Website:  http://www.wausharaargus.com/ The need for change in our world is becoming more and more evident with each passing day.  Issues such as unemployment, poverty, and disease plague our community;…

Marijuana is safer than alcohol, reader says (Waushara Argus Edited Version)
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Marijuana is safer than alcohol, reader says (Waushara Argus Edited Version)

As printed in the Waushara Arugs Newspapers, Published by Wautoma Newspapers, Inc. Wautoma Wisconsin. Wednesday, October 6th, 2010.  Volume 151 No 40 Link to Waushara Argus Website:  http://www.wausharaargus.com/ Here is the Link to the article by Waushara County District Attorney Scott Blader that prompted this response: http://www.jayselthofner.com/2010/09/das-corner-waushara-county-district-attorney-scott-blader/ As submitted to the newspaper: Dear Editor: It…

DA’s Corner by Waushara County District Attorney Scott Blader
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DA’s Corner by Waushara County District Attorney Scott Blader

As printed in the Waushara Argus, Published by Wautoma Newspapers, Inc. Wednesday, September 1st, 2010. Vol. 151 No. 35  www.wausharargus.com DA’s Corner By Waushara County District Attorney Scott Blader The views expressed in this column are not certified legal opinions.  Professional legal advice should be sought on specific legal concerns. By now, many in the…

County Fairs allow open forum on marijuana
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County Fairs allow open forum on marijuana

It is not surprising who supports marijuana reform.  Surprising though is the number of farmers who speak openly and honestly about the need to re-introduce industrial hemp for food, fuel and fiber into Wisconsin’s economy.  The oldest and wisest farmers remember the hemp fields like it was yesterday, waiting for that day to come again….

Regional leaders for marijuana reform meet in Berlin
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Regional leaders for marijuana reform meet in Berlin

Regional leaders from several northern Wisconsin counties gathered together in Berlin at a recent meeting on July 27th for The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws regional chapter, Northern Wisconsin NORML.  The meeting had a joint purpose to celebrate the birthday of Ripon resident Jessica, the chapters secretary, as well as discuss norml…

Northern Wisconsin NORML polls population
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Northern Wisconsin NORML polls population

The Northern Wisconsin chapter of The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (www.NorthernWiNORML.org) is asking for your opinion through a poll on hemp cannabis (marijuana). Which issue concerns you the most regarding the hemp cannabis (marijuana) plant? Industrial Hemp / Job Creation / Economy Medical Marijuana / Patients Rights / Compassion Nutrition / Hemp Foods…