Canada is the second country in the world to implement legislation permitting a nationwide marijuana market. This post from CNN shares a quick primer that answers the most frequently asked questions about legal pot. People in Canada are cheering, enduring long lines and honking their car horns in support as the country's first marijuana dispensaries open their doors ... Continue Reading
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States Demand Freedom to Set Their Own Marijuana Laws
The state lawmakers want the states to be able to decide the marijuana laws that work best for them, without federal intrusion. This post from High Times reports that NCSL has pushed through a resolution demanding the federal government surrender its authority over state marijuana laws. Can you imagine an angry mob of politicians marching up to the steps of Congress, ... Continue Reading
State Legislators Want Fed Intrusion in Marijuana Legalization to Stop
State legislators want the states to be able to decide the marijuana policies that work best for them without federal intrusion. This post from Reason.com reports the NCSL’s approval of a resolution that seeks an end to federal interference in marijuana legalization. This week the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) approved a resolution that urges Congress to ... Continue Reading
Retired Cop Says Marijuana Causes Far Fewer Problems than Alcohol
In this article from The Huffington Post, Matt Ferner reports a pro-marijuana ad, debuting in Texas, showcasing a retired police officer who says marijuana causes far fewer problems than alcohol. https://youtu.be/E83Uv4VtpsE A pro-marijuana ad debuting in Texas on Tuesday showcases a retired police officer who says the state should take a more "sensible" approach to ... Continue Reading