As the debate over legalizing cannabis via Prop 19 rages on, what follows are a few relevant figures:

420 - A globally-recognized euphemism for marijuana ...which originated in California (source).

Tea Party favorite, Dr. Rand Paul, criticized the GOP for the big spending and budget deficits during the Bush years, while long-time Progressive, Ralph Nader, criticized Democrats for being weak, indecisive, and beholden to big business.

Late last week, California affiliates of the ACLU filed a class action lawsuit against the State of California and Governor Schwarzenegger for allowing dozens of public schools to charge fees for needed school supplies such as books and other educational materials.