Bernie Sanders has called for marijuana to be removed from the Drug Enforcement Administration's list of scheduled drugs. This article from The Washington Post discusses the impact his call for reclassification of the drug is likely to have. Presidential hopeful Bernie Sanders announced his support Wednesday for removing marijuana from a list of the most dangerous drugs ... Continue Reading
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Federal Court Ruling Deters DoJ from Interfering in Medical Marijuana
A federal court ruling affirms that the law prohibits the feds from interfering with a state’s implementation of medical marijuana laws. This post from High Times turns the spot light on Judge Breyer’s latest verdict which should let medical marijuana businesses breathe a sigh of relief. While the DEA has made no apologies for its liberal interpretation of a 2014 ... Continue Reading
Marijuana Businesses to Cross Many Hurdles Before Gold Rush Begins
Even though the projections for a matured legal marijuana industry are rosy, the current scenario for marijuana businesses is filled with obstacles. This post from The Columbus Dispatch delves into the hurdles, outlined by Justin Breidenbach, that marijuana entrepreneurs face today. Running a marijuana business is more than a pipe dream, says Justin Breidenbach: It’s ... Continue Reading
Long-Delayed Maryland Medical Marijuana Program Set to Launch
Some counties weigh restrictions as others welcome growers — and the jobs they offer — with open arms. This article from The Washington Post reviews reactions from the counties’ elected officials as Maryland prepares to launch its medical marijuana program after a delay of nearly 2½ years. Nearly 2 1/2 years after legalizing the use of marijuana for medicinal purposes, ... Continue Reading
3 Presidential Candidates Who Clearly Oppose Marijuana Legalization
The importance of the 2016 presidential election for marijuana supporters is not lost on most of us. Here’s a look at 3 presidential candidates who are vocal about their disagreement with marijuana legalization. This post from The Motley Fool discusses why marijuana is a hot-button issue and the 3 presidential candidates who are markedly opposed to legalizing marijuana. Let ... Continue Reading