Raj Chander

Raj Chander is a digital marketing entrepreneur and freelance writer who covers health, politics, and cannabis. His work has appeared in VICE, Entrepreneur, Healthline, DOPE Magazine, and other publications. In his free time, Raj enjoys basketball, history, and strength training. Follow him on Twitter: @raj_chander

Most popular articles

Federal Lawmakers Join Industry Advocates in Call for Equity

Raj Chander – May 23, 2019

Advocates and legislators increasingly agree: Full cannabis legalization is right around the corner. For many, the next big issue is equality. Read more

House passes cannabis banking bill in historic vote

Raj Chander – September 25, 2019

A strong vote, 321-103, moves cannabis banking reform over a major hurdle. Now it's the Senate's turn. Read more

Cannabis industry optimistic on banking despite murky Senate prospects

Raj Chander – September 27, 2019

The bill, which the House passed 321–103 on Wednesday, is seen as a major win for banks, investors, and much of the legal cannabis industry. What's next? Read more

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Few impressed with Biden’s weak new marijuana decriminalization plan

Raj Chander – May 7, 2020

Under the 'Biden Plan for Black America,' cannabis would be okay to possess but illegal to purchase. Read more

Virginia jump-starts cannabis reform: No more ‘baby steps,’ lawmakers say

Raj Chander – December 12, 2019

A daylong cannabis summit in Richmond marked a new era in cannabis policy reform. Now let's see if they can move a bill. Read more