Policy Pub "Medical Marijuana and Same Sex Marriage: Understanding State Choices"

Frances Berry of the Askew School of Public Administration and Policy will use the issues of medical marijuana and same sex marriage to illuminate the processes by which states determine the laws that will govern their citizens, sometimes at odds with federal laws and policy.

State laws regarding same sex marriage and medical marijuana have been changing fast. How have state laws differed?   What are the causes of these changes?  How do we explain state variation in laws adopted? Dr. Berry will open discussion about conflicts between federal and state laws and  the impacts of court decisions  in these policy areas.

Policy Pubs take place in a relaxed atmosphere in the bar area of Backwoods Bistro at the corner of Tennessee and Gadsden streets. Guests can enjoy food and drink from the menu while listening to and talking about the evening’s topic.

Because these events are very well attended, the public is encouraged to arrive early to get a good parking spot in the restaurant’s lot or surrounding streets and a good table inside. The event is FREE and open to everyone.