Posted on 6th Feb 2012 @ 10:12 PM

A recent Public Policy Polling survey shows that people in Rhode Island are ready to decriminalize, and perhaps even legalize, marijuana. The poll found that nearly two-thirds (65%) support decriminalization while a mere 52% support legalizing marijuana 

Decriminalization had broad support across the board, with 73% of Democrats, 64% of Republicans, and 60% of independents voting in favor of the proposal. Decriminalization even held a majority over the least supportive group, voters over age 65, with 58% support.

Legalization is also polling favorably in Rhode Island, with 52% of voters saying they support taxing and regulating marijuana like alcohol.