Articles in Politics category
3179 total articles - Page 148 of 318
The Roll-Up #19: Canada Has Its Maureen Dowd Moment
Leafly Podcasts - Published on February 1, 2018read moreIn this week’s podcast: Toronto cops try edibles and discover they’re not Seth Rogen; Ben defends LA’s cannabis appetite; Dave hallucinates about pirates.
California Prosecutors Dropping, Reducing Cannabis Convictions
The Associated Press - Published on February 1, 2018read moreSan Francisco and San Diego are moving to erase thousands of marijuana convictions en masse, a step that could prove life-changing for some and could especially help minorities.
New Mexico’s New Legalization Bill Is Shockingly Good. Too Bad It Won’t Pass.
Ben Adlin - Published on February 1, 2018read moreThe bill is remarkably comprehensive, but don’t get your hopes up just yet—even the bill’s supporters acknowledge it’s unlikely to pass this year.
![]()
Why Washington DC Police Are Cracking Down on Cannabis ‘Gifting’
Ethan McLeod - Published on February 1, 2018read moreYes, cannabis is legal in DC. But you can’t sell it, and cops aren’t buying the gifting concept.
![]()
6 Ways to Beat a Local Cannabis Ban
Bruce Barcott & Ben Adlin - Published on February 1, 2018read moreFrustrated that your state is legal but your county isn’t? Here are some ways to end prohibition in your local area.
![]()
Cannabis ‘Gifting’ Economy Springs up in Massachusetts
The Associated Press - Published on February 1, 2018read moreRetail cannabis stores are months away, but some companies have been quietly operating for more than a year, delivering marijuana via a legal loophole.
![]()
Utah Advances Plan to Allow Cannabis for Terminally Ill, Growing For Research
The Associated Press - Published on January 31, 2018read moreCritics say the piecemeal approach doesn’t go far enough.
![]()
San Francisco to Wipe out Thousands of Cannabis Convictions
The Associated Press - Published on January 31, 2018read moreDistrict Attorney George Gascon said his office will dismiss nearly 3,000 misdemeanor cases and review nearly 5,000 felony cases for possible action.
![]()
This Texas Cop Is Risking His Career for Cannabis Reform
Stephen Paulsen - Published on January 30, 2018read moreNick Novello is a Dallas police officer, outspoken citizen, and cannabis reformer. The brass doesn’t like that last part.
![]()
Some Maine Lawmakers Push to Delay Legal Cannabis Sales
The Associated Press - Published on January 30, 2018read moreThe Republican House leader is calling for the delay of recreational cannabis sales in Maine until next year, or until lawmakers approve needed regulations.
