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Medical-marijuna industry contributes thousands to state candidates - The Denver Post

see the entire article at the dp. this is how it works folks.

Colorado patients really need someone fighting on their behalf.

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"A review of state campaign-finance filings shows medical-marijuana advocates and business owners have contributed about $10,000 this cycle, mostly to Democrats, though not exclusively.

One of the most active donors has been Josh Stanley, owner of the Budding Health dispensary in Denver. Stanley has personally given about $2,000 to candidates.

Stanley is also a co-founder of the Citizens for Natural Medicine political-action committee, which has raised nearly $9,000 this cycle and contributed $1,200 to three candidates. Those recipients include Democratic state Sens. Chris Romer and Pat Steadman of Denver, who have supported medical- marijuana regulations that legitimized the industry.

"Just like any other industry, you want to have a say," Stanley said. "You want to be able to be in front and have your voice heard."
Hilarious.