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Obama’s 2016 Budget Includes Less Funding for the War on Drugs
Lisa Rough - Published on February 10, 2015Read morePresident Obama released his budget for 2016 this week and there have been reports that he renewed the War on Drugs, a Reagan-era concept that has been largely regarded a failure.
New Illinois Governor Takes Action for Medical Cannabis
Lisa Rough - Published on February 6, 2015Read moreNewly appointed Illinois Governor Bruce Rauner announced the administration will issue licenses to cannabis growers and dispensaries.
U.S. Surgeon General Believes Medical Marijuana is Helpful
Lisa Rough - Published on February 5, 2015Read moreIn an interview with CBS, the new U.S. Surgeon General, Vivek Murthy, made some very interesting statements about medical cannabis, saying he thinks it can be helpful.
Colorado Releases Cannabis Health Report, Introduces New Guidelines for Edibles
Lisa Rough - Published on February 5, 2015Read moreColorado’s Department of Public Health and Environment recently released a report offering a transparent review of research and data collected in 2014 for the general public.
Obama Supports D.C. Cannabis with New Budget Proposal
Lisa Rough - Published on February 4, 2015Read morePresident Obama’s budget proposal for 2016 contains a little beacon of hope for Washington, D.C. residents who are frustrated by Congress’ efforts to block retail cannabis legalization.
Obama’s Nomination for U.S. Attorney General Does Not Support Cannabis Legalization
Lisa Rough - Published on January 29, 2015Read morePresident Obama’s nomination for Attorney General has already taken a stance against cannabis legalization, saying it’s not the Department of Justice’s position to support it.
3 Federal Loopholes and Hypocrisies That Create Problems for the Cannabis Industry
Lisa Rough - Published on January 28, 2015Read moreThe federal government’s stance towards cannabis has created a series of loopholes and hypocrisies that have created problems for the cannabis industry. Here are three glaring examples:
Pediatricians Make Recommendation to Decriminalize and Reclassify Cannabis
Lisa Rough - Published on January 27, 2015Read moreThe American Academy of Pediatrics has recommended cannabis be reclassified from Schedule I so research can be conducted on potential benefits for children with debilitating diseases.
Which State Buys the Most Cannabis in America?
Rebecca Kelley - Published on January 26, 2015Read moreAccording to The Economist, one state leads the United States in cannabis sales despite the fact that it still hasn’t yet legalized recreational cannabis.
New Hampshire Medical Marijuana Dispensary Applications Due January 28
Rebecca Kelley - Published on January 26, 2015Read moreIf you intend to open a medical marijuana dispensary in lovely New Hampshire, you have until this coming Wednesday, January 28, to submit your application to the state.