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Feds to Deny Water to Washington Marijuana Growers?
Washington's new growers may not get water because granting pot farmers access to Federal water might be a violation of the Controlled Substance Act.
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My Favorite Strains: Jack Herer
The Jack Herer strain is one of the most awarded and recognized cannabis strains out there. It provides an extremely racy high that makes you want to run a marathon.
Chronicle Review Essay: Marijuana Policy Past and Future
It has been fewer than 20 years since California voters ushered in the modern era of marijuana policy by approving a loosely-written initiative to allow for the use of medical marijuana.
Gambling While Stoned: Vegas Night at Dope Cup Seattle
As long as I've been smoking, I've loved casinos and gambling. Unfortunately, I've never gotten to gamble baked. Thankfully, this all changed at the Dope Cup this year.
Oops, We Did It Again! CA Bill AB 2500 Defeated
SA Members stopped a bill in the state legislature that would have made it a crime to drive with even a tiny amount medical cannabis in your blood (AB 2500)
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Could Recreational Marijuana Business Surpass Ski Industry?
The ski industry plus hunting, fishing and wildlife tourism pump about $6 billion annually in Colorado’s economy. By 2018, legal reefer could eclipse both.
NORML Interviews: PA State Senator and US Congressional Candidate Daylin Leach
Senator Leach Talks Marijuana Policy with National NORML Comm. Director Erik Altieri and PhillyNORML Comm. Director Joe Forte NORML recently interviewed Pennsylvania State Senator Daylin Leach regarding marijuana law reform and the…
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Colorado Orchestra Joins Pot Industry for Series of Concerts
The Colorado Symphony Orchestra said it will play a series of "cannabis-friendly" fundraising concerts sponsored by the state's burgeoning pot industry.
Meditate While You Medicate: Awareness
Awareness meditation allows us to become more in tune with our own minds, bodies and the sensations we are experiencing. Follow this simple exercise to get back in touch with your own being. Meditate
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In Search of Greener Pastures, Techies Land in the Growing Marijuana Field
Capitalizing on the so-called green rush, techies have switched careers, bringing their know-how to the once seedy world of a $10.2 billion market marijuana
Moratoriums: One Step Back for Oregon
A sweeping number of Oregon cities have imposed a moratorium on medical marijuana. It is clear to me that these moratoriums have been set out of fear rather than fact.
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Anonymous Tip From 911 Caller Now Probable Cause
American law enforcement can now forcibly pull motorists over based solely on the anonymous “911” tips they receive from highway rats.
Chris Christie Devours NJ Marijuana Future? More Likely His Own
In mid-late April New Jersey Governor, Chris Christie, vehemently laid out his plan for legal marijuana in the garden state: "over my dead body." Pot is here to stay and it's only going to gain traction as more of the nonsense and lies are obliterated by the truth and anecdotal, personal experience.
NORML PAC Endorses Adam Ebbin for US Congress
NORML PAC is pleased to announce its endorsement of Virginia State Senator Adam Ebbin in his campaign for U.S. House of Representatives in Virginia’s 8th Congressional District.
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Florida Senate Passes Low-THC Medical Marijuana Bill
The Florida Senate approved a proposal legalizing a strain on marijuana that could stop life-threatening seizures in children with a rare form of epilepsy.
Recent Quinnipiac Poll Shows Coloradans Still “Feel Good” About Legalizing Marijuana
On April 28, 2014, Quinnipiac University released poll data showing that Coloradans still “feel good” about legalizing marijuana. With a 14 percent margin...
Medical Marijuana May Help Treat Symptoms of MS
The American Academy of Neurology reviewed more than 30 studies comparing the effects of medical marijuana in treating people with several conditions of MS.
Arizona Supreme Court DUI Ruling Helps Cannabis Consumers
The Arizona Supreme Court has taken a step towards rational DUI regulations for cannabis use. I hope my home state of Washington takes a page from this rule book.