Support for pot initiative sparks disagreement within Florida's Young Republicans

A weekend vote on a recreational pot initiative sparked a schism between the Florida Young Republicans (YR) and the state party — and within its membership.

A divide became public Tuesday after it was announced the Young Republicans as the latest group to endorse Amendment 3. That’s a proposed ballot measure on the November ballot which, if 60% of voters support it, will constitutionally demand Florida lawmakers decriminalize recreational marijuana use by adults.

A statement issued by the Florida Young Republicans cited GOP presidential nominee Donald Trump’s support for the measure as playing a significant role.

“The Florida Young Republicans hereby stand with President Trump on his positions regarding the Florida ballot measures,” the statement reads. “We back the President’s stance on FL Amendment 3 to legalize cannabis.”



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