Inside Massachusetts’ push to become third state to legalize psilocybin

Massachusetts voters are considering Question 4, which would make their state the third to decriminalize psilocybin mushrooms, following Oregon and Colorado. The measure would allow adults 21 and older to possess, use, and cultivate specific psychedelics, as well as establish a tax system and regulatory board for licensed providers. Current polling shows voters evenly split at 43% for and against. There are disagreements over psilocybin’s potential medical benefits and concerns about its safety. Advocates point to promising research, including a recent large phase two trial showing significant depression symptom reduction...