The Boston Globe's Naomi Martin and James Pindell report that all of 2020's formally declared "major party" presidential candidates say they support legalizing marijuana at the federal level. Yes, that includes President Trump.

Great idea! But why should the nearly 2/3 of Americans who want marijuana legalized spend the next 20 months listening to these candidates promise to make it happen? At least eight of them are in a position to get the job done now.

DES MOINES, IOWA (March 1, 2019) — Gov Kim Reynolds announced additional appointments to Iowa’s boards and commissions today. The following appointments are subject to Senate confirmation:

Accountancy Examining Board

Allen Kockler, Nevada Michelle O'Niell, Waukon Courtney DeRonde, Pella

Commission on Aging

Carole Dunkin, De Witt Suzanne Heckenlaible, Ankeny Steve Van Oort, Ankeny

Iowa Autism Council

DES MOINES, IOWA (March 1, 2019) — Secretary Michael R Pompeo is coming to Des Moines March 4, 2019, to discuss how the American Agriculture industry’s embrace of free enterprise and innovation lifts the economy of all, through trade and the promotion of American exports.

DAVENPORT, IOWA (March 1, 2019) — Schools serve as a critical partner in ensuring students are healthy and ready to learn. If a student has potential barriers to effective learning, it is important to quickly link them to resources that can help them succeed. Four health screenings — immunizations, dental, vision and blood lead —play a key role in that process.