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6 Ways to Advocate for a Pro-Cannabis Local Government
Hayley Fox - Published on November 13, 2017read moreHere’s how to rally support of local officials as members of a community that’s long carried social stigma.
The Haymaker: Sending Sessions Back to the Senate Could Boost Legalization
Bruce Barcott - Published on November 13, 2017read moreIf Jeff Sessions steps down to re-take his old Senate seat, the move could carry legal cannabis over the finish line.
New York Adds PTSD as Qualifying Condition for Medical Cannabis
Ben Adlin - Published on November 13, 2017read moreGov. Andrew Cuomo said potential beneficiaries include veterans as well as police officers and survivors of domestic violence, crime, and accidents.
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How Veterans Are Leading the Fight for Cannabis Reform
Nick Etten - Published on November 11, 2017read moreCannabis is saving the lives of veterans, and they’re using their battle-hardened skills to ensure their brothers and sisters gain full legal access to medical cannabis.
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In California, This Candidate Hopes a Cannabis Tax Plan Boosts His Profile
Peter Hecht - Published on November 10, 2017read moreJohn Chiang is the state treasurer, and he wants to be governor. But will his well-crafted tax plan be enough to overcome Gavin Newsom’s charisma?
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Maryland May See Medical Cannabis This Month, but Diversity Issues Loom Large
The Associated Press - Published on November 10, 2017read moreRacial diversity in the state’s medical marijuana industry is wanting, Some lawmakers said they are planning to introduce a bill early next session to grant licenses to African-American business owners.
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‘Human Rights? Lay Off, That Is None of Your Business’: The Week in Cannabis Quotes
Rebecca Kelley - Published on November 10, 2017read morePhilippines President Duterte dismisses those pesky human rights violations, a 12-year old girl/badass sues Jeff Sessions, a former wrestler verbally bodyslams some nosy cops, and more.
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Over 3,800 Sign up for Medical Marijuana in Pennsylvania
The Associated Press - Published on November 9, 2017read moreGov. Tom Wolf says more than 200 caregivers have also registered for the program. He says the demand shows the “need for this vital medication.”
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Indiana Prosecutors Insist Cannabis ‘Is Not Medicine’
The Associated Press - Published on November 8, 2017read moreThe prosecutors’ claims are at odds with scientific studies that have found marijuana can treat chronic pain and ease nausea from chemotherapy.
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Liberty, Jobs, and Freedom: How Cannabis Became a Conservative Issue
Bruce Barcott - Published on November 7, 2017read moreTen years ago legalization was a liberal’s issue. Today, a new generation of conservatives are embracing the cause. Here’s what brought them into the big tent.









