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  Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM) · [email protected]
September 17, 2020 at 5:50 PM

BREAKING NEWS: House Leadership Cancels Vote on Marijuana Legalization Bill

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 17, 2020 BREAKING NEWS: House Leadership Cancels Vote on Marijuana Legalization Bill …
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM) · [email protected]
September 17, 2020 at 4:58 PM

BREAKING: National Safety Council Calls for Hearings on Workplace Safety Impact of MORE Act

Today, the National Safety Council, the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, and twenty partner organizations sent a letter to members of the United States House of Representatives urging leaders…
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM) · [email protected]
September 16, 2020 at 12:56 PM

Coalition of Thirty Groups Send Letter in Opposition to MORE Act to US House Leadership

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 16, 2020 Coalition of Thirty Groups Send Letter in Opposition to MORE Act to US House Leadership …
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana · [email protected]
September 15, 2020 at 1:31 PM

Newsweek Brings On Kevin Sabet as Columnist

A huge development for the SAM family... Today, Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM), the leading national, non-partisan group opposed to marijuana commercialization is pleased to announce that Dr. Kevin…
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM) · [email protected]
September 14, 2020 at 6:08 PM

New HHS Data Shows Marijuana Usage Increases Across the Board, Especially Youth Marijuana Addiction

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 14, 2020 New HHS Data Shows Marijuana Usage Increases Across the Board, Especially Youth Marijuana Addiction US H…
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana · [email protected]
September 10, 2020 at 6:54 PM

Top Marijuana Researchers Condemn Upcoming House Vote on MORE Act

For Immediate Release: September 10th, 2020 Top Marijuana Researchers Condemn Upcoming House Vote on MORE Act …
  Dr. Kevin A. Sabet · [email protected]
September 1, 2020 at 1:08 PM

Celebrate Recovery Month!

Marijuana Addiction & Recovery: It's Time to Talk About It. Dear friend, September is National Recovery Month. This year, we at SAM celebrate recovery with the whole country by launching…
  SAM · [email protected]
August 29, 2020 at 2:02 PM

Learn how marijuana legalization has affected the workplace

Register today! Dear friend, Please join Dr. Russell Kamer, Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine at New York Medical College and Medical Director of Partners In Safety, for the September 16, 2020 SAM webina…
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana · [email protected]
August 25, 2020 at 8:57 PM

BREAKING: Marijuana Workforce Positivity Rates Skyrocketing in Legal States

For Immediate Release: August 25th, 2020 BREAKING: Marijuana Workforce Positivity Rates Skyrocketing in Legal States …
  Dr. Kevin Sabet · [email protected]
August 24, 2020 at 8:10 PM

I am excited for this...

Dear friend, I just finished going over final preparations for Thursday's webinar and let me tell you, I am excited for you to see it. Our Communications and Community Outreach Associate Will Jones -- who by the way just recent…
  SAM Action · [email protected]
August 22, 2020 at 2:01 PM

You won't want to miss this...

Register today! Dear friend, Please join SAM Communications and Community Outreach Associate Will Jones III, MPA in a webinar next week to dive into latest developments in failur…
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana · [email protected]
August 20, 2020 at 5:02 PM

NEW CDC Data Confirms Concerning Trends in Youth Marijuana Use

Dr. Kevin Sabet Issues Statement on New CDC Data For Immediate Release: August 20th, 2020 NEW CDC Data Confirms Concerning Trends in Youth Marijuana…
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana · [email protected]
August 17, 2020 at 3:50 PM

Don't Miss Out on Our Next Webinar: Social Justice Issues Related to Marijuana, Part II

REGISTER NOW FOR OUR NEXT WEBINAR Presented by Will Jones Topic:  Social Justice Issues Related to Marijuana PART II Date: Thursday, August 27th, 1:00 PM ET $39.00 per person.  Click here to register **Deadline to Register: August 27th, 12:00 PM Eastern** Please join Wi…
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM) · [email protected]
August 14, 2020 at 3:10 PM

Congress could vote on a bill to legalize marijuana next month...TAKE ACTION NOW!

Big Pot is pushing for a vote on the MORE Act Dear friend, Thanks to your advocacy, we have been able to hold the line in preventing bailouts and other Big Pot wishlist items from passing Congress over the last few mo…
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana · [email protected]
August 13, 2020 at 5:04 PM

New CDC Study Reinforces Alarms Raised Over Pregnant Women and Marijuana Use in “Legal” Marijuana States

Dr. Kevin Sabet Issues Statement on New CDC Study For Immediate Release: August 13th, 2020 New CDC Study Reinforces Alarms Raised Over Pregnant Women…
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana · [email protected]
August 10, 2020 at 7:25 PM

BREAKING: Marijuana Use During Pregnancy Potentially Linked to Higher Risk of Autism

Dr. Kevin Sabet Issues Statement on New Canadian Study For Immediate Release: August 10th, 2020 BREAKING: Marijuana Use During Pregnancy Potentially …
  Kevin · [email protected]
August 4, 2020 at 6:11 PM

FWD: We are going to put to bed the myth that marijuana legalization hasn't led to higher youth use...

Dear Friend,  As I am sure you know, there are many myths that are being perpetuated by the marijuana industry and its supporters when it comes to how legalization and commercialization affect youth use of the drug.  This is why I am so looking forward to next week's webinar with my good …
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana · [email protected]
August 3, 2020 at 6:49 PM

BREAKING: New Colorado Data Show Youth Marijuana Use Increasing Since 2017

Dr. Kevin Sabet Issues Statement on New Colorado Youth Use Data For Immediate Release: August 3rd, 2020 BREAKING: New Colorado Data Show Youth Mari…
  Kevin · [email protected]
August 1, 2020 at 7:40 PM

FWD: We are going to put to bed the myth that marijuana legalization hasn't led to higher youth use...

Dear Friend,  As I am sure you know, there are many myths that are being perpetuated by the marijuana industry and its supporters when it comes to how legalization and commercialization affect youth use of the drug.  This is why I am so looking forward to next week's webinar with my good …
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana · [email protected]
July 31, 2020 at 4:22 PM

U.S. House Passes Spending Bill Loaded with Big Pot Giveaways

Dr. Kevin Sabet Issues Statement on House Appropriations Bill For Immediate Release: July 31st, 2020 U.S. House Passes Spending Bill Loaded with Big …
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana · [email protected]
July 30, 2020 at 2:03 PM

Don't Miss Out on Our Next Webinar: Marijuana Legalization -- The Impact on Youth

REGISTER NOW FOR OUR NEXT WEBINAR Presented by Dr. Kevin Sabet, and Luke Niforatos Topic:  Marijuana Legalization: The Impact on Youth Date: Friday, August 7th, 1:00 PM ET $39.00 per person.  Click here to register **Deadline to Register: August 7th, 12:00 PM Eastern** Pl…
  SAM Action · [email protected]
July 27, 2020 at 2:35 PM

House votes this week on bill loaded with Big Pot giveaways

Take Action Now! Dear friend, The U.S. House will vote THIS WEEK on a must-pass government funding bill. Pro-pot representatives have included language and amendments that would tie the…
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana · [email protected]
July 25, 2020 at 2:30 PM

Don't Miss Out on Our Next Webinar: Marijuana Legalization -- The Impact on Youth

REGISTER NOW FOR OUR NEXT WEBINAR Presented by Dr. Kevin Sabet, and Luke Niforatos Topic:  Marijuana Legalization: The Impact on Youth Date: Friday, August 7th, 1:00 PM ET $39.00 per person.  Click here to register **Deadline to Register: August 7th, 12:00 PM Eastern** Pl…
  SAM Action · [email protected]
July 23, 2020 at 7:07 PM

House votes next week on bill loaded with Big Pot giveaways

Take Action Now! Dear friend, The U.S. House will vote next week on a must-pass government funding bill. Pro-pot representatives have included language and amendments that would tie the h…
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana · [email protected]
July 21, 2020 at 3:30 PM

New Study: Marijuana Legalization and Normalization is Reversing Decades of Declines in Youth Marijuana Use

For Immediate Release: July 21st, 2020 New Study: Marijuana Legalization and Normalization is Reversing Decades of Declines in Youth Marijuana Use …
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana · [email protected]
July 15, 2020 at 5:10 PM

Nation’s Largest Marijuana Policy Group Launches #DecriminalizeDontLegalize Campaign

For Immediate Release: July 15th, 2020 Nation’s Largest Marijuana Policy Group Partners with Social Justice Organizations to Launch #DecriminalizeDo…
  Kevin · [email protected]
July 15, 2020 at 2:55 PM

FWD: Are you ready to learn from a world-renowned researcher? I am...

Dear Friend,  Im looking forward to this week's webinar with Dr. Marilyn Huestis, a member of our advisory board, a world-renowned expert, and a good friend. This webinar will be very illuminating as we will dive headfirst into the science behind marijuana impaired driving and come to a b…
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana · [email protected]
July 14, 2020 at 12:45 PM

Diverse Group of Top Researchers and Scientists Send Joe Biden Letter Commending Pro-Science Stance on Marijuana Policy

For Immediate Release: July 14th, 2020 Diverse Group of Top Researchers and Scientists Send Joe Biden Letter Commending Pro-Science Stance on Mariju…
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana · [email protected]
July 11, 2020 at 2:00 PM

July 16th Webinar with World Renowned Researcher, Dr. Marilyn Huestis

Register Today!  REGISTER NOW FOR OUR NEXT WEBINAR Topic: Marijuana-Impaired Driving An Important Public Health Concern Presented by Dr. Marilyn Huestis & Dr. Kevin Sabet Date: Thursday, July 16th, 1:00 PM ET…
  SAM Action · [email protected]
July 6, 2020 at 12:02 PM

Senate is drafting next COVID-19 aid bill

Tell them to reject the Pot Lobby! Dear friend, As you know, the marijuana industry has been desperately fighting to use the COVID-19 pandemic to its advantage. While Big Pot's army of lob…
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana · [email protected]
July 2, 2020 at 6:55 PM

July 16th Webinar with World Renowned Researcher, Dr. Marilyn Huestis

Register Today!  REGISTER NOW FOR OUR NEXT WEBINAR Topic: Marijuana-Impaired Driving An Important Public Health Concern Presented by Dr. Marilyn Huestis & Dr. Kevin Sabet Date: Thursday, July 16th, 1:00 PM ET…
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM) · [email protected]
June 26, 2020 at 6:03 PM

TRIPLE YOUR IMPACT: International Day Against Drug Abuse & Illicit Trafficking

Dear Friend,  As you may know, today is the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking.    Since 1987, this United Nations commemoration has been used as a rallying cry for those of us working towards a drug-free society-and I can't think of a bet…
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana · [email protected]
June 23, 2020 at 1:11 PM

Additional 6,800 People Would Die Each Year Due to Traffic Fatalities With Federal Legalization, Researchers Say

For Immediate Release: June 23rd, 2020 Additional 6,800 People Would Die Each Year Due to Traffic Fatalities With Federal Legalization, Researchers …
  Kevin · [email protected]
June 22, 2020 at 2:53 PM

FWD: I'm looking forward to next week's webinar -- Will you be joining us?

Dear Friend,  Im looking forward to this week's webinar with Dr. Aaron Weiner, a member of our advisory board and a good friend. This webinar will be very illuminating as we will dive headfirst into the science behind today's marijuana -- which of course is now much stronger than we've ev…
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana · [email protected]
June 19, 2020 at 6:42 PM

New Report: California Regulations Fail to Protect Youth From Marijuana Industry

For Immediate Release: June 19th, 2020 New Report: California Regulations Fail to Protect Youth From Marijuana Industry …
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana · [email protected]
June 12, 2020 at 4:09 PM

Register Today for the June 26th Webinar - Changing Paradigms in Drug Policy

REGISTER NOW FOR OUR NEXT WEBINAR Topic: Changing Paradigms in Drug Policy -- Commercialization of Marijuana Presented by Dr. Aaron Weiner & Dr. Kevin Sabet Date: Friday, June 26th, 1:00 PM ET $29.00 per person.  Click here to register **Deadline to Register: June 26th, 1…
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM) · [email protected]
June 8, 2020 at 1:15 PM

New Resources Available to Pushback on the "Legalization for Revenue" Argument

Dear friend, I hope this email find you and your family well.  As you know — and as we have pointed out repeatedly — the marijuana industry never shies away from trying to use a crisis to its advantage. The COVID-19…
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana · [email protected]
June 5, 2020 at 5:40 PM

*June 11th Webinar Rescheduled to June 26th*

Dear Friend, We are very excited for the upcoming webinar featuring Dr. Aaron Weiner and Dr. Kevin Sabet highlighted in the email below.  However, we regret to inform you that we must reschedule the webinar to take place on Friday, June 26th at 1:00 PM Eastern.  And if you haven't regist…
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana · [email protected]
May 26, 2020 at 6:28 PM

Don't Miss Out on Our Next Webinar: Changing Paradigms in Drug Policy: Commercialization of Marijuana

REGISTER NOW FOR OUR NEXT WEBINAR Topic: Changing Paradigms in Drug Policy -- Commercialization of Marijuana Presented by Dr. Aaron Weiner Date: Thursday, June 11th, 1:00 PM ET $29.00 per person.  Click here to register **Deadline to Register: June 11th, 12:00 PM Eastern** …
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM) · [email protected]
May 20, 2020 at 9:31 PM

NEW VIDEO: #NotEssential

Take Action Now! Dear friend, As you know, the United States House of Representatives recently passed a massive bill in a further round of aid related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Tucked away in this bill was the "SAFE…
  Dr. Kevin Sabet · [email protected]
May 18, 2020 at 4:25 PM

FWD: Don't Miss Out on Our Next Webinar: Effective Messaging on Marijuana

Dear friend, I wanted to be sure you saw this email we sent out earlier about our upcoming webinar. We have worked diligently over the last few years to develop a winning message when it comes to pushing back and defeating marijuana legalization efforts and we want to share that message wi…
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana · [email protected]
May 9, 2020 at 3:02 PM

Don't Miss Out on Our Next Webinar: Effective Messaging on Marijuana

REGISTER NOW FOR OUR NEXT WEBINAR Presented by Dr. Kevin Sabet, Luke Niforatos, Garth Van Meter, and Colton Grace Topic: Effective Messaging on Marijuana: Tailoring Your Message to Your Audience Date: Wednesday, May 20th, 1:00 PM ET $29.00 per person.  Click here to register …
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana · [email protected]
May 6, 2020 at 3:14 PM

Don't Miss Out on Our Next Webinar: Effective Messaging on Marijuana

REGISTER NOW FOR OUR NEXT WEBINAR Presented by Dr. Kevin Sabet, Luke Niforatos, Garth Van Meter, and Colton Grace Topic: Effective Messaging on Marijuana: Tailoring Your Message to Your Audience Date: Wednesday, May 20th, 1:00 PM ET $29.00 per person.  Click here to register …
  Dr. Kevin Sabet · [email protected]
May 5, 2020 at 12:09 PM

On this #GivingTuesdayNow, DOUBLE your impact in the fight against Big Pot

Dear Friend,  First I'd like to thank you for all the support you've given us here at SAM over the years. Thanks to your help, we've been extremely successful over the last year. On this #GivingTuesdayNow, would you consider helping to keep our momentum going with…
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana · [email protected]
May 4, 2020 at 2:20 PM

Here's a quick rundown of the latest development, studies, and opinion pieces

Summary of SAM News   Action Needed May 2020 After taking in at least $120,000 in pot industry donations, Rep. Earl Blumenauer of Oregon and Rep. Ed Perlmutter of Colorado introduced a bill that would give a taxpayer-funded bailout to pot businesses in the midst of a pandemic. Click…
  Dr. Kevin Sabet · [email protected]
April 30, 2020 at 2:36 PM

FWD: Will We See You on Friday?

Dear friend,    I wanted to make sure you saw this email we sent out earlier about our upcoming webinar.  Communities are ground zero in our desire to prevent the commercialization and normalization of today's high potent marijuana. Pushing back on the marijuana industry at the local level…
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM) · [email protected]
April 29, 2020 at 2:45 PM

Pot industry darlings in Congress introduce bill to 'bailout' Big Pot

Take Action Now! Dear friend, As you know, the pot industry is engaging in a full-court-press effort to get a taxpayer-funded bailout from Congress under the next round of COVID-19 stimulus …
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana · [email protected]
April 25, 2020 at 5:29 PM

Don't Miss Out on Our Next Webinar: Using Local Control to Push Back on the Marijuana Industry

REGISTER NOW FOR OUR NEXT WEBINAR Presented by Dr. Kevin Sabet and Dana Stevens Topic: Using Local Control to Push Back on the Marijuana Industry Date: Friday, May 1st, 1:00 PM ET $29.00 per person. Click here to register **Deadline to Register: May 1st, 12:00 PM Eastern** …
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM) · [email protected]
April 22, 2020 at 10:05 PM

Big Pot Denied Bailout in Latest COVID Stimulus Bill

Keep up the pressure! Dear friend, For the last two weeks, we have been raising the alarm over the fact that Big Marijuana was pushing to receive a taxpayer-funded bailout in the upcoming “P…
  Smart Approaches to Marijuana · [email protected]
April 22, 2020 at 3:12 PM

Sign Up Today for our Next Webinar: Using Local Control to Push Back on the Marijuana Industry

REGISTER NOW FOR OUR NEXT WEBINAR Presented by Dr. Kevin Sabet and Dana Stevens Topic: Using Local Control to Push Back on the Marijuana Industry Date: Friday, May 1st, 1:00 PM ET $29.00 per person. Click here to register **Deadline to Register: May 1st, 12:00 PM Eastern** …