Hello, friends. I’m genuinely concerned about the recent efforts to roll back or repeal legal marijuana in Massachusetts.
Beyond the fact that I think it would be an enormous step backward, it could hurt the state economy, disrupt a now-established industry, and threaten the jobs of thousands of people who currently work in cultivation, retail, production, security, marketing, and related businesses.
On a personal level, legal cannabis has also made my life noticeably easier. It helps me stay calmer and more comfortable in stressful environments, and I would very much like to continue enjoying the trees without Massachusetts suddenly deciding to reverse course.
So I’m curious:
Who are the most organized groups working to stop this effort?
Are there campaigns, petitions, hearings, volunteer groups, or advocacy organizations people should know about?
And what can an individual actually do that would be useful?
I’m a fairly experienced video editor, producer, and digital content person. I’d be especially interested in helping with short videos, social media content, interviews, explainers, testimonials, or anything else that could help communicate what is at stake.
I’m not looking to reinvent the wheel or start my own random campaign. I’d rather connect with people who are already organized and contribute something useful.
Any leads would be appreciated.
Thanks!