EP. 25 — What’re the Down Ballot and Initiative Issues for 2016? with Policy Consultant Greg Srolestar

Jonathan sits down with Policy Consultant Greg Srolestar in a Getting Curious election special! They talk about Citizens United, bans on plastic bags, and why some of these propositions are worded so strangely. Plus, Jonathan professes his love for marijuana. With Jonathan Van Ness and guest, Greg Srolestar If you want to get informed on your local propositions, check out Ballotpedia! Produced by Christian Dueñas and Daniel Baruela for MaximumFun.org You can find Jonathan on Twitter @TheGayOfThrones or follow him on his Instagram @GayOfThrones. You can join the Getting Curious Facebook group here, and you can follow us on Twitter, @Getting_Curious.

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