Articles tagged with "Barack Obama"
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White House to Meet Today with D.C. Legalization Advocates
The Associated Press - Published on April 25, 2016Read moreA pair of activists will argue during the meeting on Monday that the Obama administration should remove cannabis from a list of dangerous substances that includes heroin and cocaine.
Batman in a Bow Tie: We Talk Cannabis Reform With Rep. Earl Blumenauer
Lisa Rough - Published on April 19, 2016Read moreDon’t be fooled by the charming bicycle pin and unassuming smile — when it comes to fighting for cannabis reform, Blumenauer is Batman in a bowtie.
This Policy Wonk Is Changing the Conversation About Cannabis on Capitol Hill
Bruce Barcott - Published on April 1, 2016Read moreOver the past six months, John Hudak has quietly become one of the most influential voices on national cannabis policy in the U.S.
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The Shake: Obama Frees 61 Inmates and Whoopi Tackles Period Pain
Ben Adlin - Published on March 30, 2016Read moreMicrosoft’s racist chatbot turns out to be a cannabis fan, a Colorado ski town considers tossing edibles, and a faithful dog brings home a massive haul.
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The Shake: Cannabaristas, Helping the Homeless, and CBD Oil Massages
Ben Adlin - Published on March 29, 2016Read moreAll eyes are on U.S. cannabis policy in advance of a special United Nations summit, Israeli companies are drawing American investments, and a man is rewarded for being punched repeatedly in the face.
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Obama’s Supreme Court Pick: The One Thing We Know About Merrick Garland and Cannabis
Ben Adlin - Published on March 18, 2016Read moreThere’s not much to go on when it comes to guessing how Obama’s SCOTUS nominee might rule on cannabis.
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The Shake: Don’t Bogart That Vape, Congressman
Ben Adlin - Published on February 12, 2016Read moreCalifornia wants to tax medical cannabis, a former federal judge wants Obama to commute a harsh sentence, and Trump and Rubio see who can come up with a dumber stance on drugs.
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The Shake: Cool Companies, Woody Wants In
Bruce Barcott - Published on February 8, 2016Read moreToday’s cannabis news worth knowing: Illinois employers pledge to support medical marijuana, Woody Harrelson wants a Hawaii dispensary, and more.
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Hiker in Hawaii Tells Obama to “Legalize it!”
Lisa Rough - Published on December 28, 2015Read moreAn unidentified hiker gave President Obama a bit of advice as he passed on the trail in Hawaii.
