Washington state pot legalization measure passes, supporters say

SEATTLE, Wash., Nov 6 (Reuters) – A Washington state ballot

initiative legalizing possession and sale of marijuana for

recreational use has passed, supporters of the measure said on

Tuesday.

“We are declaring victory,” campaign manager Alison Holcomb

said.

(Reporting by Nicole Neroulias; Writing by Dan Whitcomb;

Editing by Cynthia Johnston)