Who's Really Funding the Push to Repeal Massachusetts Cannabis? | TDR Cannabis in 5

Massachusetts voters decide November 3 whether to repeal recreational cannabis sales, and 62 state lawmakers, including House Speaker Ronald Mariano and Senate President Karen Spilka, are fighting to stop it. TDR Cannabis in 5 breaks down Question 8 with host Shadd Dales, based on Marijuana Moment's reporting.If Question 8 passes, licensed recreational retail sales and home cultivation would end, taking effect January 1, 2028. Adults 21 and older could still possess up to one ounce, including up to five grams of concentrate, and medical marijuana would remain legal. The stakes are big: more than $10 billion in recreational purchases since legalization, about $280 million in state tax revenue in fiscal 2025, and roughly $50 million for local governments. Polls show little appetite for repeal, with MassINC finding 61% opposed to 27% in favor, and a University of New Hampshire poll showing 71% planning to vote no.The video also follows the money. According to Massachusetts campaign finance records, the repeal campaign has raised $3,531,625, and only $1,625 came from inside the state, about 0.046%. SAM Action, a Virginia nonprofit, gave $3,480,000, or 98.54%, and another $50,000 came from Americans Against Legalizing Marijuana in California. The host asks whether this is a grassroots movement or an outside campaign, notes that SAM Action generally doesn't have to disclose its own donors, and asks where consumers will buy if legal sales disappear but demand doesn't.#Question8 #MassachusettsCannabis #CannabisRepeal #SAMAction #CannabisLegalization #MarijuanaMoment #TDRCannabisIn5 #Election2026 #CannabisPolicy #CannabisNewsWant to see more Cannabis Reform?🎬    • New Study Shows Americans Are Using Mariju...  🎬    • Why the Judge's Rescheduling Order May Pro...  🎬    • Why the DEA's GAO Response Is Good News fo...  Want to stay updated on Cannabis, Small Cap, AI, and Crypto?Subscribe to our Daily Baked newsletter:https://newsletter.thedalesreport.com...Find us on social media and podcast platforms:✅ Facebook:   / thedalesreport  ✅ Twitter:   / thedalesreport  ✅ Instagram:   / dalesreport  ✅ LinkedIn:   / the-dales-report  Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/TDRTradetoBlackon...Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/TDRTradeToBlackon...Website: https://thedalesreport.com/For copyright matters, contact:sdales@thedalesreport.comPodcast Disclaimer (Financial Interests)The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any company, organization, or employer. The content is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be taken as financial, investment, or legal advice.The hosts and/or guests may hold positions in the companies, stocks, or financial instruments discussed during the show. These holdings should not be considered endorsements or recommendations to buy or sell any securities. Listeners are encouraged to do their own research or consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions.By listening to this podcast, you agree that the hosts, guests, and producers are not liable for any decisions made based on the information discussed.Full Disclosures: https://thedalesreport.com/website-te...