A political newcomer, Pura stated, "nobody beats his wife, or robs a bank, or commits murder, because they are high on pot...legalization is long overdue." (Candidate Survey Response)

When asked to provide a statement on whether or not he supports automatic expungement for non-violent marijuana possession convictions, Pura wrote, "it is simply the right thing to do." (Candidate Survey Response)

Regarding cannabis decriminalization, Pura believes, "the law should focus on more destructive substances, like alcohol and cocaine and meth, etc." (Candidate Survey Response)

Pura stated that cannabis' "healing values are well known." (Candidate Survey Response)