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The Aftermath of Issue 2: Discussing The Current State of Marijuana Legalization in Ohio
December 16, 2023 @ 3:30 pm – 7:00 pm
On November 7th 2023, Ohio citizens voted to pass Issue 2, a ballot initiative that would legalize cannabis statewide. However, many Republican lawmakers have already begun to attack Issue 2 and are already trying to pass new restrictions before Issue 2 goes into effect. With everything moving so fast, people are left to wonder: What happens next? What is or is not legal? Where will the tax revenue go? What does this mean for the broader conversation around criminal justice reform? Join us on December 16th to hear from those working on the issue. After the event, join us at Hey Hey Bar & Grill for our monthly social! First round of drinks is on us!
Speakers
Douglas A. Berman
Professor Douglas A. Berman is Newton D. Baker-Baker & Hostetler Chair in Law and Executive Director of the Drug Enforcement and Policy Center, housed in the Moritz College of Law. Berman’s principal teaching and research focus is in the area of criminal law and criminal sentencing, though he also has teaching and practice experience in the fields of legislation and intellectual property. He has taught Criminal Law, Criminal Punishment and Sentencing, Criminal Procedure – Investigation, The Death Penalty, Legislation, Introduction to Intellectual Property, Second Amendment Seminar, Marijuana Law, Policy & Reform Seminar, Federal and State Clemency Decision-making, Sentencing Law & Policy, and the Legislation Clinic.
Tim Johnson
With 30 years in Safety & Security, a background in Criminal Law, and as a retired Law Enforcement Officer & US Air Force Veteran, Tim Johnson is a strong activist within the cannabis community. Founder of Cannabis Safety First, he offers services from dispensary training to legislative advocacy. Tim’s passion extends to drug policy reform, criminal justice, and supporting veterans.
Mary Jane Borden
Mary Jane Borden is a best-selling author, skilled graphic artist, insightful analyst, and award-winning cannabis activist from Westerville, Ohio. For nine years after earning her MBA in finance, she analyzed the global cancer chemotherapy market for a major pharmaceutical company. Then, during her 40-year career in drug policy, she co-founded seven cannabis-oriented groups, co-authored four proposed constitutional amendments, lobbied for six medical marijuana bills, penned over 100 Columbus Free Press articles, and has given hundreds of media interviews. She is one of the Courage in Cannabis authors, with articles in both editions.
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