As state and federal governments struggle with a sagging economy and declining revenues, a call for the legalization and taxing of marijuana has picked up steam.

The U.S. Attorney General, in a related move, recently announced that sellers of medical marijuana would no longer be prosecuted.

The Acorn Newspapers have begun an online poll at the website www.toacorn.com asking readers if they favor the legalization of marijuana for its possible tax benefits.

You're encouraged to visit the website and cast your vote today.