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Marijuana Becoming More Widely Accepted Across America

Recreational marijuana initiatives passed in four states this year, from liberal New Jersey to conservative Montana and South Dakota. The results prove how broadly accepted marijuana has become throughout the country and across party lines. In South Dakota and Montana, where President Donald Trump won handily, recreational marijuana passed with at least 16 percentage points more of the vote than…

Alabama Ranked 10th Most Dangerous State in Country

Alabama is the 10th most dangerous state in America, according to a study released today by financial news and opinion Web site 24/7 Wall St.  For every 100,000 people in Alabama, 472 violent crimes were reported last year, the 10th highest rate in the nation. By contrast, 383 violent crimes were reported per 100,000 people nationwide.  Click HERE for 24/7’s full article on the Most Dangerous Sates…

Execution Rates Drop, Makes Some Think Death Penalty is Dying

Is the death penalty in America gradually dying? There have been just two executions since May 1. And the total for 2016 probably will hit a 25-year low. Execution drug shortages, errors in death chambers and legal challenges to sentences imposed by judges have contributed to a dramatic decline in the number of states that are carrying out executions. Just…