Record Searchlight, 17 Oct 2010 – The biggest problem voters have when considering how to use their votes in a meaningful way is misinformation. After reading Dick Dickerson’s opinion in Monday’s Record Searchlight, I thought it would serve our community to know the facts as opposed to opinions and beliefs about Proposition 19. I have no doubt that Councilman Dickerson’s motives are good; it is just that his understanding of this issue is founded on inaccurate information. First, like many propositions, Proposition 19 is not meant to be definitive in itself. If passed, Proposition 19 would have to be codified into the existing law. That means that the state would have to create guidelines to "regulate, tax and control" the use of and sale of small amounts of marijuana to adults. After the state creates these guidelines and laws, the proposition is designed to allow local governments the right to decide how that happens in our communities. Some communities are already planning on how to regulate locally. A majority of voters understand the negative aspects to marijuana prohibition far outweigh the few problems with the controlled, partial legalization of marijuana that Proposition 19 would create.

The Orange County Register, 15 Oct 2010 – If the side effects of Proposition 19 the one legalizing pot seem a little hazy to you, you’re not alone. Opponents of the measure argue that even if you want marijuana legalized, Prop. 19 is slapdash and ambiguous when it comes to details, and you should wait for something better.

Sacramento Bee, 18 Oct 2010 – The arguments against Proposition 19 are weak. Yes it will conflict with federal law. But so does medical marijuana, which is supported by 80 percent of Californians and has been legal since 1996.

The Press Democrat, 18 Oct 2010 – Marijuana prompted several men to strong-arm their way into a west Santa Rosa home last week and tie up residents with duct tape. It lured a pair into an illicit garden in Round Valley where they were shot dead by its tenders. It led an unknown killer to shoot a 31-year-old father in his Santa Rosa garage, leaving him for dead and making off with the goods.

The Visalia Times-Delta, 18 Oct 2010 – Tempting as it is to agree with the legalization of marijuana, Proposition 19 is the wrong measure at the wrong time, filled with inconsistency, empty promises and loopholes. Given the confusing mess created by its medical marijuana laws, California isn’t ready for full-fledged legalization. We recommend that voters reject Proposition 19 on Nov. 2.

San Diego Union Tribune, 18 Oct 2010 – Proposition 19, the Nov. 2 ballot measure that would legalize the possession, cultivation and transport of marijuana for "personal use" by adults over 21, and would allow local governments to regulate and tax it, may be the worst drafted legislation since 1996, when Proposition 215 legalized "medical marijuana." That decision by voters 14 years ago set California on a collision course with the federal government that continues today. It led to the explosion of marijuana dispensaries in urban areas throughout the state, almost all of which, according to law enforcement authorities, operate in violation of the law. And, while it does provide a legal source for marijuana for the relatively small number of people who use it for legitimate medical purposes, officials say it is abused by many, many more.

Daily Nexus, 18 Oct 2010 – ATTENTION: If you have changed houses since your last time voting, you must re-register today, or else it might be your fault if weed doesn’t become legal in two weeks. It’s a piece of cake: Google "California election" and use the top Web site to fill out your name, then print it and mail it. If you bring it to the Daily Nexus office before 4:20 p.m., I’ll even give you a stamp and mail it for you. I won’t presume to tell you who to choose for governor or congressman, and I won’t claim to have enough information to make a public stand for any of the ballot propositions, except for one. Proposition 19 is a wise financial decision for the state of California, and it is every American’s right to challenge the federal authority on drug policy when its science is clearly flawed. As a corollary, Measure T – a total ban on marijuana dispensaries within the city of Santa Barbara – is a silly piece of legislation that represents no rational economic viewpoint, but only the hopeless will of mean old people to control the supreme glory of the free market.

Los Angeles Times, 18 Oct 2010 – Marijuana Measures Has Generated Talk – Especially Amoung Students – but No Major TV Ad Buys. Proposition 19, which would legalize marijuana in California, is the most talked-about ballot initiative in the country. If it passes, it would revolutionize the state’s drug laws, provoke a clash with the federal government and fire up the movement to pass similar laws in other states – even other countries. It’s become a staple for national talk shows and comedians.

Los Angeles Times, 18 Oct 2010 – Re "Health gets lost in pot debate," Oct. 10 Groups pushing to legalize marijuana are not claiming the drug is harmless. Indeed, many believe any harm associated with marijuana is an argument for taxing and regulating it.

Appeal-Democrat, 17 Oct 2010 – Carmen Jehu ("Just say no to Prop. 19," Oct. 3 letter to the editor) may not realize it, but voting yes or no on Proposition 19 is like the difference between what’s right and wrong. Punishing and persecuting responsible adults for using the plant cannabis (marijuana) is immoral and just plain wrong. North America has suffered long enough paying the ultimate price for the devil law known as cannabis prohibition, and it’s time to end that embarrassing part of American history. Millions of citizens across America are hoping and praying California citizens vote yes on Prop. 19, and re-legalize cannabis