Breaking news: the cannabis referendum has reached the necessary quorum to move forward. Over 500,000 signatures have been collected in record time, showing overwhelming public support for the proposal to decriminalize cannabis cultivation in Italy.
Cannabis and Referendum: Riccardo Magi’s Statements
Riccardo Magi, a deputy of +Europa and one of the referendum’s main promoters, commented enthusiastically: “The referendum is taking off. A strong message to the political sphere.” Magi emphasized that the speed at which the quorum was reached clearly indicates that Italian citizens are ready for a change in cannabis legislation.
The committee promoting the referendum, which includes associations such as Luca Coscioni, Meglio Legale, Forum Droghe, and Società della Ragione, expressed great satisfaction with the result but also reiterated that the signature collection process will continue. The goal is to gather even more signatures to further demonstrate the strong support for the proposed law.
500,000 Signatures Collected in One Week
In just seven days, more than 500,000 signatures were collected, an impressive achievement that highlights the growing interest in this issue. This exceptional result was also made possible thanks to the fully digital signature collection system, an innovation that enabled citizens to participate quickly and efficiently.
Despite reaching the quorum, the committee aims to exceed the required threshold by 15%, hoping to send an even stronger political message to the institutions. If everything proceeds as expected, the referendum could be put to a vote as early as spring 2022.
The Promoting Committee
The cannabis referendum is promoted by several associations and political parties, including Associazione Luca Coscioni, Meglio Legale, Forum Droghe, Antigone, and Società della Ragione. The initiative is also supported by political parties such as +Europa, Possibile, and Radicali Italiani.
If you haven’t signed yet, you can still do so by visiting the official website www.referendumcannabis.it.
This achievement marks a significant step forward in the fight for cannabis legalization in Italy. The next phase will be crucial in determining whether the country can finally align itself with the more progressive cannabis policies adopted by other European countries.
