In this post from Politico, Darren Samuelsohn discusses how some of the nation’s toughest law-and-order senators just might be softening their stance on medical marijuana research. Obamacare. Gay weddings. Now pot? As progressives celebrate a couple of big wins in Washington – the Supreme Court upholding the Affordable Care Act and legalizing same-sex marriage – another ... Continue Reading
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A Supreme Court Ruling Might Revolutionize Canada’s Medical Marijuana Laws
In this post from VICE, Sam Cooley reports that the upcoming ruling of a case in Canada's Supreme Court might completely change Canada’s medical marijuana laws. It's not hyperbole to note that Canada's current medical marijuana system is a confusing creature, even within the byzantine world of drug regulation. But in the next few months, Canada's most powerful judges could ... Continue Reading
76-year-old given 6 Months in Jail for Small Marijuana Garden
In this post from Cannabis Culture, Jeremiah Vandermeer reports how a 76-year-old B.C. grandfather has been handed a six month mandatory minimum prison sentence for growing a small marijuana garden. CANNABIS CULTURE - Unfortunately, this is not an April Fools' joke: A 76-year-old B.C. grandfather who couldn't afford to pay his bills on a small pension has been handed a six ... Continue Reading
What Is Presidential Candidates’ Stance On Marijuana Policy?
In this post from Marijuana News, Tom Angell reports the presidential candidates’ stated positions on marijuana policy. Nothing in this post should be construed as support for or opposition to any candidate for public office. The 2016 presidential field is starting to take shape, and many of the candidates are weighing in on the debate about marijuana. Here’s a roundup of ... Continue Reading