California’s upcoming voter initiative on marijuana is a big deal for legalization advocates, but make no mistake – it’s not their Waterloo. Keith Stroup, legal council for the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML), sees it as just one step in a battle – a battle he believes they’ll win very soon.

Lost your job in the economic crisis? Well, ever thought of… selling pot?

According to Dale Gieringer, California State Coordinator for the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML), a lot of people are doing just that. Gieringer also talks prices and gives a glimpse of some truly cutting-edge marijuana merchandise.

In November, Californians will decide by voter initiative whether or not to legalize marijuana. While recent polls suggest a majority of Californians want legalization, the battle should be fierce. Keith Stroup, legal counsel for the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML), spoke to us about the upcoming fight.

New Yorkers pay more tax for cigarettes than anywhere else in the US. So, are they buying more or less in the economic downturn? We headed to the city’s Lower East Side neighborhood to learn more about people’s smoking habits. Check out the results in the latest episode of “Little Green Shoots”.