by Talk Business & Politics staff (staff2@talkbusiness.net)
Voter attitudes toward recreational marijuana have shifted significantly over the last month, according to a new Talk Business & Politics-Hendrix College Poll.
The survey, conducted on Oct. 17-18, 2022, collected opinions from 974 likely Arkansas voters statewide. Respondents were asked:
Q. On November 8th, voters will be asked to consider one proposed constitutional amendment proposed by the people. Issue 4 would authorize the possession, personal use, and consumption of cannabis by adults in Arkansas sold by licensed adult use dispensaries and provide for the regulation of those facilities. If the election were held today, would you vote for or against Issue 4?
Definitely for – 36.5%
Probably for – 14% (50.5% For)
Probably against – 9.5%
Definitely against – 33.5% (43% Against)
Undecided – 6.5%