TALLEYVILLE, Del. (CBS) — He said he was going to do it, and on Tuesday, Delaware Gov. John Carney vetoed a bill to legalize recreational marijuana in the state. His decision disappointed many, including those in the Democrat’s own party.
To legalize marijuana or not? It’s a decision that’s creating a lot of buzz in Delaware.
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“For being the first state, I feel like we’re always the last in everything,” Delaware resident Caitlyn Scully said.
On Tuesday, Gov. John Carney vetoed a bill that would legalize recreational marijuana for up to one ounce for adults.
“Very surprised. Very, very,” Delaware resident Liam Dinan said. “I don’t know what to say for a Democratic governor to do that is just, I’m speechless.”
In a statement, the governor acknowledged the medical benefits but said ultimately “questions about the long-term health and economic impacts as well as serious law enforcement concerns remain unresolved.”
“It’s a harmless little vice and doesn’t cause many tragedies, it’s not addictive, it could probably do a lot for the economy,” Stephen Wilkerson, who’s lived in Delaware for 22 years, said. “I think we missed a good opportunity.”
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“I’m disappointed. I think the states that are around us are passing it and we’re missing out on a big opportunity. I think…