4. 
How does direct democracy (in the form of ballot measures and propositions) influence substantive 
criminal law (creating crimes and punishing crimes). What, if any, are the advantages of using direct 
democracy to create and punish crime? What, if any,  are the disadvantages? 
5. 
Consider state-wide decriminalization of marijuana possession and use across the nation and the 
federal statute banning possession and use of marijuana. How should this federal/state conflict be 
resolved?  Does your opinion change if the behavior is one that you favor or disfavor? 
 
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