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Smart Approaches to Marijuana

April 12, 2024

Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM, Inc.) is a political organization opposed to marijuana legalization and commercialization. SAM describes itself as a bi-partisan partnership that works with local, state, and federal legislators to create policies that decrease marijuana use.[3] SAM advocates for civil penalties for marijuana use (what some call decriminalization), along with mandated treatment, prevention, education, and awareness.[4]

Smart Approaches to Marijuana
AbbreviationSAM
FormationJanuary 1, 2013; 11 years ago (2013-01-01)
FoundersPatrick Kennedy and Kevin Sabet[1]
Type501(c)(3) nonprofit[2]
HeadquartersAlexandria, Va.[2] New York, NY
Region served
US, International
President and CEO
Kevin Sabet, PhD [1]
Executive Vice President
Luke Niforatos
Vice President of Federal Affairs
Garth Van Meter
Key people
David Frum, Barry McCaffrey
AffiliationsSAM Action, a 501(c)(4)[2]
Budget
$2M
Staff
20+[2]
Volunteers
100+
Websitelearnaboutsam.org

History and background edit

SAM was founded in 2013, by former Congressman Patrick Kennedy (D-Rhode Island), former White House drug policy adviser Kevin Sabet, senior editor of The Atlantic, David Frum and a group of health professionals in response to the successful 2012 marijuana legalization initiatives in Colorado and Washington.[5]

The group states they have four priorities:[6]

  • Prevent Big Marijuana. SAM endeavors to prevent the formation of 'Big Marijuana', a potential commercial marijuana industry. SAM also seeks to prevent Big Tobacco from expanding its influence into Big Marijuana.
  • Educate. SAM works to inform the public and policymakers about what the group considers to be "the science of today's marijuana."
  • Reduce consequences. SAM aspires to open a dialogue about reducing civil and criminal penalties for marijuana offenders.
  • Medical research. SAM aims to encourage medical marijuana research and promote the development of FDA-approved marijuana medications.

In 2013, the organization was endorsed by former president Jimmy Carter, who stated "I'm very proud of Patrick Kennedy and his Project SAM, Smart Approaches to Marijuana". "I wish him and Kevin Sabet every success in your independent project to make sure marijuana is handled responsibly."[7] Despite this, Carter has expressed support for marijuana legalization.[8]

Prior to 2020, SAM led several successful efforts to defeat marijuana legalization measures in Ohio (2015), Arizona (2016) and North Dakota (2018). SAM's opposition to marijuana legalization has been less successful since the 2020 elections, which resulted in four marijuana legalization measures being approved in Arizona, Montana, New Jersey, and South Dakota; SAM opposed all four and failed to prevent commercial marijuana sales from being legalized in Vermont shortly before the election. The following year, legislatures in New York, New Mexico and Virginia moved forward with cannabis legalization despite the vocal opposition of both Kevin Sabet and his organization. Commenting on the diminishing support for his cause, Kevin Sabet stated that marijuana's opponents were still extant but that many had "gone underground" in response to bipartisan support for legalization.[9]

Issues edit

Criminal penalties for use edit

SAM supports removing criminal penalties for use, advocating instead for mandatory treatment. The group however do advocate for civil fines or penalties.[10]

Medicinal marijuana products edit

Project SAM supports the study of the components of marijuana.[1] The organization promotes research on marijuana in order to obtain FDA-approved, pharmacy-dispensed, cannabis-based medications.[3]

Funding edit

SAM says it is mostly funded by small donors, and by grants.[1] Sabet has stated none of the organization's funding comes from corporations or opiate manufacturers.[11] At least one donor, a private art collector dedicated to assisting substance abuse non-profits, gave $1,364,000 to SAM Action in 2016.[12]

Media and activism edit

SAM Action, Inc. is the 501(c)(4) sister organization of SAM.

State and local chapters edit

SAM has affiliated organizations in 50 states that work to support its mission at the state level. In addition to its network of state affiliates, SAM has partnered with Arizonans for Responsible Drug Policy,[13] the California Coalition for Responsible Drug Policies,[14] Mainers for Healthy Youth, the Campaign for a Safe and Healthy Massachusetts,[15] and Nevadans for Responsible Drug Policy.

  • Alabama[16]
  • Alaska
  • Arizona
  • California[17]
  • Colorado[18]
  • Connecticut
  • Georgia
  • Hawaii[19]
  • Iowa[20]
  • Kansas[21]
  • Maine[22]
  • Maryland[6]
  • Massachusetts[15]
  • Minnesota
  • Mississippi
  • Nebraska
  • Nevada
  • New Hampshire[23]
  • New Jersey
  • New York
  • North Carolina
  • Oregon[24]
  • Rhode Island[25]
  • Utah
  • Vermont
  • Virginia
  • Washington[26]

International branches edit

  • Smart Approaches to Marijuana Canada (SAMC)[27]
  • Smart Approaches to Marijuana New Zealand (Say Nope to Dope) [28]

See also edit

References edit

  1. ^ a b c d Michael Roberts (14 August 2017). "Meet Kevin Sabet, USA's Most Influential Critic of Marijuana Legalization". Westword. Retrieved 4 January 2018.
  2. ^ a b c d . ProCon.org. 10 July 2017. Archived from the original on 5 January 2018. Retrieved 4 January 2018.
  3. ^ a b SAM (4 January 2018). "Who We Are". SAM. Retrieved 4 January 2018.
  4. ^ "Smart Approached to Marijuana - Criminal Justice Reform". Retrieved 9 August 2018.
  5. ^ "Patrick Kennedy's SAM pot-health campaign lands in Denver". The Denver Post. 2013-01-10. Retrieved 2020-06-22.
  6. ^ a b Talbot Partnership (4 December 2013). "Marijuana Abuse Prevention". Talbot Spy. Retrieved 4 January 2018.
  7. ^ Justin Green (17 May 2013). "Jimmy Carter Endorses SAM, Opposes Marijuana Legalization". The Daily Beast. Retrieved 4 January 2018.
  8. ^
  9. ^
  10. ^ German Lopez (24 March 2016). "Meet the man trying to halt marijuana legalization". Vox. Retrieved 4 January 2018.
  11. ^ Keegan Hamilton (26 October 2016). "Here's who's bankrolling the fight against legal marijuana". Vice News. Retrieved 4 January 2018.
  12. ^ "FAIR POLITICAL PRACTICES COMMISSION STATE OF CALIFORNIA In the Matter of: SAM ACTION, INC., A COMMITTEE AGAINST PROPOSITION 64 WITH HELP FROM CITIZENS (NONPROFIT 501 (C)(4)), KEVIN SABET-SHARGHI, AND DAVID BAUER, Respondents. FPPC Case No. 16/19641 STIPULATION, DECISION, AND ORDER" (PDF). FAIR POLITICAL PRACTICES COMMISSION.
  13. ^ "The Billboard Battle: Anti-Marijuana Group Wants Pro-Pot Signage Gone". Phoenix New Times. 31 October 2017. Retrieved 4 January 2018.
  14. ^ "Who Is With Us?". CALM USA. 4 January 2018. Retrieved 4 January 2018.
  15. ^ a b C. Eugene Emery Jr. (30 March 2014). "Marijuana legalization opponent Heidi Heilman says today's marijuana is 300 percent to 800 percent stronger than in the past". PolitiFact. Retrieved 4 January 2018.
  16. ^ "Is Big Pharma Out to Stop—Or Take Over—Marijuana Legalization?". Vice. 25 August 2016. Retrieved 4 January 2018.
  17. ^ Paul Elias and David Crary (28 September 2016). . Athens Banner Herald. Archived from the original on 6 January 2018. Retrieved 4 January 2018.
  18. ^ "Hundreds Of Vets Receive Pot Free Of Charge At Special Event". CBS Denver. 20 September 2014. Retrieved 4 January 2018.
  19. ^ "Project SAM (Smart Approaches to Marijuana) goes to Hawaii". The Garden Island. 31 March 2013. Retrieved 4 January 2018.[permanent dead link]
  20. ^ Kristin Buehner (11 October 2013). "Speaker cites dangers of youth and marijuana use". Globe Gazette. Retrieved 4 January 2018.
  21. ^ . Kansas Prevention Collaborative. 4 January 2018. Archived from the original on 5 January 2018. Retrieved 4 January 2018.
  22. ^ Kevin Miller (2 March 2015). "Bill to ban local votes on legalizing marijuana draws fire at hearing". Press Herald. Retrieved 4 January 2018.
  23. ^ Joe Gallagher (30 January 2013). . New Futures. Archived from the original on 6 January 2018. Retrieved 4 January 2018.
  24. ^ Carl Wellstone (6 November 2015). "SAM Oregon Uses Ben Carson to Support Marijuana Prohibition". Marijuana Politics. Retrieved 4 January 2018.
  25. ^ "Nancy DeNuccio: Ocean State Prevention Alliance". Ocean State Prevention Alliance. 4 January 2018. Retrieved 4 January 2018.
  26. ^ "Northwest Tribes Oppose Pot Legalization". KNKX. Associated Press. 26 February 2014. Retrieved 4 January 2018.
  27. ^ Travis Lupick (17 June 2015). "Anti-pot group Smart Approaches to Marijuana Canada looks at legal challenges". Georgia Straight. Retrieved 4 January 2018.
  28. ^ "SAM-NZ (Smart Approaches to Marijuana NZ) - Position Statement". 7 June 2020.

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This article contains content that is written like an advertisement Please help improve it by removing promotional content and inappropriate external links and by adding encyclopedic content written from a neutral point of view September 2020 Learn how and when to remove this template message Smart Approaches to Marijuana SAM Inc is a political organization opposed to marijuana legalization and commercialization SAM describes itself as a bi partisan partnership that works with local state and federal legislators to create policies that decrease marijuana use 3 SAM advocates for civil penalties for marijuana use what some call decriminalization along with mandated treatment prevention education and awareness 4 Smart Approaches to MarijuanaAbbreviationSAMFormationJanuary 1 2013 11 years ago 2013 01 01 FoundersPatrick Kennedy and Kevin Sabet 1 Type501 c 3 nonprofit 2 HeadquartersAlexandria Va 2 New York NYRegion servedUS InternationalPresident and CEOKevin Sabet PhD 1 Executive Vice PresidentLuke NiforatosVice President of Federal AffairsGarth Van MeterKey peopleDavid Frum Barry McCaffreyAffiliationsSAM Action a 501 c 4 2 Budget 2MStaff20 2 Volunteers100 Websitelearnaboutsam wbr org Contents 1 History and background 2 Issues 2 1 Criminal penalties for use 2 2 Medicinal marijuana products 3 Funding 4 Media and activism 5 State and local chapters 6 International branches 7 See also 8 ReferencesHistory and background editSAM was founded in 2013 by former Congressman Patrick Kennedy D Rhode Island former White House drug policy adviser Kevin Sabet senior editor of The Atlantic David Frum and a group of health professionals in response to the successful 2012 marijuana legalization initiatives in Colorado and Washington 5 The group states they have four priorities 6 Prevent Big Marijuana SAM endeavors to prevent the formation of Big Marijuana a potential commercial marijuana industry SAM also seeks to prevent Big Tobacco from expanding its influence into Big Marijuana Educate SAM works to inform the public and policymakers about what the group considers to be the science of today s marijuana Reduce consequences SAM aspires to open a dialogue about reducing civil and criminal penalties for marijuana offenders Medical research SAM aims to encourage medical marijuana research and promote the development of FDA approved marijuana medications In 2013 the organization was endorsed by former president Jimmy Carter who stated I m very proud of Patrick Kennedy and his Project SAM Smart Approaches to Marijuana I wish him and Kevin Sabet every success in your independent project to make sure marijuana is handled responsibly 7 Despite this Carter has expressed support for marijuana legalization 8 Prior to 2020 SAM led several successful efforts to defeat marijuana legalization measures in Ohio 2015 Arizona 2016 and North Dakota 2018 SAM s opposition to marijuana legalization has been less successful since the 2020 elections which resulted in four marijuana legalization measures being approved in Arizona Montana New Jersey and South Dakota SAM opposed all four and failed to prevent commercial marijuana sales from being legalized in Vermont shortly before the election The following year legislatures in New York New Mexico and Virginia moved forward with cannabis legalization despite the vocal opposition of both Kevin Sabet and his organization Commenting on the diminishing support for his cause Kevin Sabet stated that marijuana s opponents were still extant but that many had gone underground in response to bipartisan support for legalization 9 Issues editCriminal penalties for use edit SAM supports removing criminal penalties for use advocating instead for mandatory treatment The group however do advocate for civil fines or penalties 10 Medicinal marijuana products edit Project SAM supports the study of the components of marijuana 1 The organization promotes research on marijuana in order to obtain FDA approved pharmacy dispensed cannabis based medications 3 Funding editSAM says it is mostly funded by small donors and by grants 1 Sabet has stated none of the organization s funding comes from corporations or opiate manufacturers 11 At least one donor a private art collector dedicated to assisting substance abuse non profits gave 1 364 000 to SAM Action in 2016 12 Media and activism editSAM Action Inc is the 501 c 4 sister organization of SAM State and local chapters editSAM has affiliated organizations in 50 states that work to support its mission at the state level In addition to its network of state affiliates SAM has partnered with Arizonans for Responsible Drug Policy 13 the California Coalition for Responsible Drug Policies 14 Mainers for Healthy Youth the Campaign for a Safe and Healthy Massachusetts 15 and Nevadans for Responsible Drug Policy Alabama 16 Alaska Arizona California 17 Colorado 18 Connecticut Georgia Hawaii 19 Iowa 20 Kansas 21 Maine 22 Maryland 6 Massachusetts 15 Minnesota Mississippi Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire 23 New Jersey New York North Carolina Oregon 24 Rhode Island 25 Utah Vermont Virginia Washington 26 International branches editSmart Approaches to Marijuana Canada SAMC 27 Smart Approaches to Marijuana New Zealand Say Nope to Dope 28 See also editArguments for and against drug prohibition Decriminalization of marijuana in the United StatesReferences edit a b c d Michael Roberts 14 August 2017 Meet Kevin Sabet USA s Most Influential Critic of Marijuana Legalization Westword Retrieved 4 January 2018 a b c d Smart Approaches to Marijuana SAM Biography ProCon org 10 July 2017 Archived from the original on 5 January 2018 Retrieved 4 January 2018 a b SAM 4 January 2018 Who We Are SAM Retrieved 4 January 2018 Smart Approached to Marijuana Criminal Justice Reform Retrieved 9 August 2018 Patrick Kennedy s SAM pot health campaign lands in Denver The Denver Post 2013 01 10 Retrieved 2020 06 22 a b Talbot Partnership 4 December 2013 Marijuana Abuse Prevention Talbot Spy Retrieved 4 January 2018 Justin Green 17 May 2013 Jimmy Carter Endorses SAM Opposes Marijuana Legalization The Daily Beast Retrieved 4 January 2018 Carter I m OK with legalizing pot This Election a Divided America Stands United on One Topic German Lopez 24 March 2016 Meet the man trying to halt marijuana legalization Vox Retrieved 4 January 2018 Keegan Hamilton 26 October 2016 Here s who s bankrolling the fight against legal marijuana Vice News Retrieved 4 January 2018 FAIR POLITICAL PRACTICES COMMISSION STATE OF CALIFORNIA In the Matter of SAM ACTION INC A COMMITTEE AGAINST PROPOSITION 64 WITH HELP FROM CITIZENS NONPROFIT 501 C 4 KEVIN SABET SHARGHI AND DAVID BAUER Respondents FPPC Case No 16 19641 STIPULATION DECISION AND ORDER PDF FAIR POLITICAL PRACTICES COMMISSION The Billboard Battle Anti Marijuana Group Wants Pro Pot Signage Gone Phoenix New Times 31 October 2017 Retrieved 4 January 2018 Who Is With Us CALM USA 4 January 2018 Retrieved 4 January 2018 a b C Eugene Emery Jr 30 March 2014 Marijuana legalization opponent Heidi Heilman says today s marijuana is 300 percent to 800 percent stronger than in the past PolitiFact Retrieved 4 January 2018 Is Big Pharma Out to Stop Or Take Over Marijuana Legalization Vice 25 August 2016 Retrieved 4 January 2018 Paul Elias and David Crary 28 September 2016 9 states to vote soon on expanding legal access to marijuana Athens Banner Herald Archived from the original on 6 January 2018 Retrieved 4 January 2018 Hundreds Of Vets Receive Pot Free Of Charge At Special Event CBS Denver 20 September 2014 Retrieved 4 January 2018 Project SAM Smart Approaches to Marijuana goes to Hawaii The Garden Island 31 March 2013 Retrieved 4 January 2018 permanent dead link Kristin Buehner 11 October 2013 Speaker cites dangers of youth and marijuana use Globe Gazette Retrieved 4 January 2018 Marijuana Abuse Prevention Kansas Prevention Collaborative 4 January 2018 Archived from the original on 5 January 2018 Retrieved 4 January 2018 Kevin Miller 2 March 2015 Bill to ban local votes on legalizing marijuana draws fire at hearing Press Herald Retrieved 4 January 2018 Joe Gallagher 30 January 2013 NH TO BECOME 20TH STATE AFFILIATED WITH SMART APPROACHES TO MARIJUANA SAM New Futures Archived from the original on 6 January 2018 Retrieved 4 January 2018 Carl Wellstone 6 November 2015 SAM Oregon Uses Ben Carson to Support Marijuana Prohibition Marijuana Politics Retrieved 4 January 2018 Nancy DeNuccio Ocean State Prevention Alliance Ocean State Prevention Alliance 4 January 2018 Retrieved 4 January 2018 Northwest Tribes Oppose Pot Legalization KNKX Associated Press 26 February 2014 Retrieved 4 January 2018 Travis Lupick 17 June 2015 Anti pot group Smart Approaches to Marijuana Canada looks at legal challenges Georgia Straight Retrieved 4 January 2018 SAM NZ Smart Approaches to Marijuana NZ Position Statement 7 June 2020 Portals nbsp Politics nbsp Cannabis Retrieved from https en wikipedia org w index php title Smart Approaches to Marijuana 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