Boston University Statehouse Program
A review of claims about the health and legal consequences of recreational cannabis made by the Coalition for a Healthy Massachusetts, proponents of ballot Question 8, found some supported by evidence while others omitted important context or relied on data from outside Massachusetts.
Question 8, which voters across the commonwealth will decide on Nov. 3, would prohibit retail sales of recreational cannabis and limit legal adult possession to one ounce should it pass. Medical cannabis would remain legal…