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Cannabis taxes fund the police. Here’s how to change that
David Bienenstock - Published on July 13, 2020Read moreThe cops got their cut in order to get legalization laws passed. But now it’s a different world.
Arizona, Nebraska advocates turn in signatures to put legalization on the ballot
Max Savage Levenson - Published on July 3, 2020Read moreStatewide initiatives would legalize adult-use cannabis in Arizona, and medical marijuana in Nebraska.
Oregon could decriminalize all drugs in November election
Max Savage Levenson - Published on July 2, 2020Read moreThe nation’s most wide-ranging drug reform measure secures a spot on the ballot.
Virginia’s marijuana decriminalization law goes into effect today
Max Savage Levenson - Published on July 1, 2020Read morePossession of up to one ounce is now just a $25 fine, and medical dispensaries should open later this year.
Arizona, Florida dispensaries remain open during summer COVID-19 spikes
Bruce Barcott - Published on June 30, 2020Read moreArizona shut down bars, gyms, and movie theaters on Monday, but medical marijuana remains essential.
What’s the best minimum legal age for cannabis?
Colleen Fisher Tully - Published on June 29, 2020Read moreIt’s 21 in the United States, and mostly 19 in Canada. Researchers say Canada may have it right.
Dr. Lester Grinspoon encouraged America to ‘reconsider’ marijuana
David Bienenstock - Published on June 25, 2020Read moreA remembrance: The Harvard physician’s 1971 book laid the scientific foundation for today’s legal cannabis laws.
Seattle repeals drug loitering law that led to racist harassment and arrests
Bruce Barcott - Published on June 24, 2020Read moreDrug loitering laws are modern-day ‘vagrancy’ laws, giving cops unchecked power to arrest anyone without cause.
US Attorney General falsely targeted 10 cannabis companies, whistleblower says
Bruce Barcott - Published on June 23, 2020Read moreDOJ staffer says William Barr ordered antitrust investigations of cannabis mergers, just because Barr hates legalization.
Nevada governor pardons thousands of past cannabis convictions
Chris Kudialis - Published on June 22, 2020Read moreGov. Steve Sisolak’s move restores opportunities in financial aid, housing, voting, and other life basics previously denied.