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Here’s where New York’s next governor stands on marijuana legalization
Bruce Barcott - Published on August 10, 2021read moreKathy Hochul will take over after Andrew Cuomo resigns—and that’s good news for the coming adult-use market.
Why is New Jersey reviving the old ‘marijuana’ stigma?
Bruce Barcott - Published on August 5, 2021read moreIn the Garden State, ‘cannabis’ is legally good, while ‘marijuana’ is legally bad. What is this, 1937?
Chuck Schumer unveils marijuana bill that would end federal prohibition, finally
Bruce Barcott - Published on July 14, 2021read moreSenate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer finally revealed his legalization proposal. Here’s what it actually does.
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Sha’Carri Richardson doesn’t need to apologize for smoking weed
Janessa Bailey - Published on July 2, 2021read moreSha’Carri Richardson is the latest athlete punished for cannabis use. Her Olympic run should not be at stake.
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Mexico + Clarence Thomas = Weed legalization? Don’t bet on it
Bruce Barcott - Published on July 1, 2021read moreMexico’s Supreme Court abolished prohibition (again), and one US justice looks like he’d do the same. Here’s what it really means.
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Cannabis lounges are finally legal in Las Vegas—so when will they open?
Chris Kudialis - Published on June 25, 2021read moreSome may open this winter or next spring. But will they actually make money?
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‘Seeds of Change’ report rates states on cannabis equity, finds most lacking
Janessa Bailey - Published on June 24, 2021read moreA Leafly investigation reveals causes of low Black ownership rates and highlights solutions to the industry’s biggest challenge.
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A Proud Boy claimed marijuana made him storm the Capitol. Stoner Twitter owned him
Bruce Barcott - Published on June 21, 2021read moreAn accused insurrectionist says he ‘smoked a significant amount of marijuana’ before storming the Capitol. America’s stoners set him straight.
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Connecticut just legalized marijuana. Here’s what happens next
Bruce Barcott - Published on June 18, 2021read moreCannabis possession becomes legal on July 1, 2021, but stores aren’t expected to open until mid-2022.
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Connecticut legalizes marijuana, becoming 19th state to regulate adult use
Bruce Barcott - Published on June 17, 2021read moreStarting July 1, it’s legal to possess up to 1.5 ounces. Retail sales are expected to start in May 2022.
