One of the sharpest differences between the two major candidates for New Hampshire governor is their differing stances on marijuana legalization: Republican Kelly Ayotte, who has a narrow lead in the polls, says she would oppose the policy change, while Democrat Joyce Craig has pledged to support it.
During a debate hosted by New Hampshire Public Radio on Tuesday, Craig said she would back a legalization model that “supports our small businesses, our our local farmers, and that provides local control.”
“Obviously has to be properly regulated and labeled,” added the former Manchester mayor, “and I would suggest that the revenues that we receive from this be put toward public education and affordable housing, two things that we need to focus on over the next few years.”
She also noted that polls show that “the vast majority” of residents support legalization, with nearly 70 percent of people in favor, according …