Analysts say that more politicians are getting behind marijuana legalization as their constituents express their support. With two-thirds of Americans saying that they are in favor of legalizing recreational marijuana, advocates for cannabis reform say that the time is right for making major changes to United States drug policy. “The train has left the station,”… Continue reading Two-Thirds Of Americans Support Legalizing Marijuana
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"Fox & Friends" Pundit Blames Legal Pot For Teen Drug Use, Homelessness
Studies regarding marijuana’s impact on social concerns do not appear to support all of Joe Peters’ claims. A guest on the popular Fox & Friends morning news and opinion program appeared to lay the blame for a host of social ills, from increased drug use among teens to emergency room visits and even homelessness, on marijuana… Continue reading "Fox & Friends" Pundit Blames Legal Pot For Teen Drug Use, Homelessness
Legal Marijuana Linked To Rise In Car Crashes
Legalizing marijuana isn’t completely harmless, according to a pair of new studies. Car crashes went up by about 6% in states that have legalized recreational marijuana, a couple of new studies found. Colorado, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington have seen an increase in insurance claims for collisions, according to separate studies by the Insurance Institute for Highway… Continue reading Legal Marijuana Linked To Rise In Car Crashes
Walmart Canada Considers Selling Marijuana Products
The mega chain is reportedly investigating the viability of carrying CBD products in their stores. As a growing list of major companies either embrace or consider the option to include cannabidiol (CBD)-based products in their retail offerings, a representative from Walmart Inc. in Canada told the Vancouver Sun that the mega-chain has conducted research into the… Continue reading Walmart Canada Considers Selling Marijuana Products
Marijuana Is Now Legal In Canada
While cannabis enthusiasts rejoiced, policymakers cautioned that the legalization effort would have unpredictable, wide-ranging effects. While the United States has dabbled in legalizing marijuana in piecemeal legislation passed through the states, our neighbors to the north have fully ended the prohibition on cannabis, becoming just the second country in the world to legalize marijuana. The… Continue reading Marijuana Is Now Legal In Canada
Ban On Select Edibles Alarms Washington State Cannabis Retailers
Retailers and makers will be allowed to sell banned products until the inventory is exhausted or until April 2019. The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board took many marijuana businesses aback on October 3 when they announced that cannabis-infused products that may have appeal to children – gummy candies, lollipops and/or brightly colored products – will… Continue reading Ban On Select Edibles Alarms Washington State Cannabis Retailers
Is The White House Waging A "Secret War" On Marijuana?
The administration’s Marijuana Policy Coordination Committee may be responsible for hindering marijuana legalization. Trump has said in the past that he supports states’ rights to establish their own marijuana policies—yet according to a report by BuzzFeed News, administration officials are waging a “secret war on weed” to push back on support of marijuana legalization across… Continue reading Is The White House Waging A "Secret War" On Marijuana?
Are Courts Now Ruling In Favor Of Legal Weed-Using Employees?
A recent case may change the legal precedent for employees who use marijuana. Courts around the country are beginning to rule against employers who terminate people for using cannabis in states where medical or recreational use is legal, reversing years of courts siding with employers on the issue. Last month a federal judge ruled in… Continue reading Are Courts Now Ruling In Favor Of Legal Weed-Using Employees?
Clearing A Pot Conviction Just Got Easier In California
Up to half a million Californians are estimated to be affected by the law. When California legalized marijuana in 2016, a provision in the new law made it possible for people with marijuana convictions to have their records cleared or changed to reflect reduced charges. However, the process to do so was long and convoluted,… Continue reading Clearing A Pot Conviction Just Got Easier In California
Can You Really Fly Out Of LAX With Weed?
A high-minded new California law makes LAX the first major airport to take a pro-pot stance. The friendly skies just got a little friendlier if you’re flying out of Los Angeles. The City of Angels’ bustling airport recently moved to allow passengers to pack their pot in carry-on luggage, according to an announcement posted on… Continue reading Can You Really Fly Out Of LAX With Weed?