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Why the future of marijuana legalization remains hazy despite high public support

  • Written by William Garriott, Professor of Law, Politics and Society, Drake University
Why the future of marijuana legalization remains hazy despite high public supportCannabis plants are seen at Harborside Oakland Dispensary on Aug. 11, 2025, in Oakland, Calif.Justin Sullivan/Getty Images

Thousands of Americans will soon gather to celebrate April 20 – or “4/20” – the most important day of the year for cannabis enthusiasts.

But this year, a cloud of uncertainty will hang over these...

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