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Medical Marijuana Advocates Descend on Capitol Hill
Medical marijuana supporters went to Capitol Hill pushing for legislation prohibiting the federal government from restricting state medical marijuana laws.
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Eric Holder Would Be 'Glad to Work With Congress' to Reschedule Marijuana
Attorney General Eric Holder said the administration would work with Congress if lawmakers want to take marijuana off the list of the most dangerous drugs.
Obama Needs to Slap Down His Rogue DEA Chief
DEA's Michele Leonhart told a congress her agency is "fighting back" against Justice Department policies tolerating marijuana in states where it is legal.
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Pre-Paid Weed Smart Cards Are Coming
Dispensaries in Colorado are forced to work all cash, creating a risky situation threatening those operating inside the state’s billion-dollar commerce.
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California Legalization Is Coming, But What Path Will It Take?
With four marijuana legalization initiatives vying for the California ballot, one thing is clear: All four are better than the state’s current prohibition.
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How Much the War on Drugs Impacts Our Overcrowded Prisons
America's prisons are dangerously overcrowded, and the war on drugs is to blame. Over 50 percent of inmates in federal prison are there for drug offenses.
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Marijuana Investments Are Riding High
With media attention, recreational cannabis, and states going for medical legalization, investments in marijuana-related firms have posted stellar returns.
Dr. Sanjay Gupta: “I Am Doubling Down On Medical Marijuana”
On the CNN website today, Dr. Sanjay Gupta writes: “I am more convinced than ever that it is irresponsible to not provide the best care we can, care that often may involve marijuana. I am not backing down on medical marijuana; I am doubling down.”
Congress Calls On President Obama To Reclassify Marijuana
18 Members of Congress called on President Obama to reclassify marijuana from its current position as a dangerous drug, alongside heroin and LSD.
Hemp Amendment Becomes Law as Prez Signs Farm Bill
President Obama signed into law the omnibus farm bill, which includes an amendment allowing for research into hemp production in states that authorize it.
Farm Bill Passes Second Chamber With Hemp, No Drug Testing
The Senate passed the Farm Bill, meaning that the legislation, which authorizes industrial hemp growing by universities, will now go to President Obama.
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Why Smoking Pot Is Not a Crime or Public Health Problem
Jacob Sullum explains why smoking pot is not a crime or public health problem, and so should not be treated as either.
Obama Elaborates on Marijuana Policy
In an interview with CNN Friday, President Obama expanded on his remarks regarding marijuana made in a recent New Yorker interview. In that latter interview,
Whitehouse.gov and Cannabis: What the FAQ? Part 2
Continuing from Part 1 of my What the FAQ?, in regards to Whitehouse.gov's rather exhaustive (and highly biased) FAQ section on marijuana. Lets dive right...
DEA Chief Criticizes Obama Marijuana Remarks, But Faces Backlash
Criticism is mounting over reported remarks last week of DEA chief Michele Leonhart in a speech to the Major Counties Sheriffs Association. Leonhart criticized her boss, President Obama
Whitehouse.gov and Cannabis: What the FAQ? Part 1
Obama's recent bombshell comments on marijuana fired up my curiosity to do a bit more digging. Whitehouse.gov has quite an exhaustive (and highly biased) FAQ section on marijuana. My original intent
Obama Drops Truthbomb, Prohibitionists Poop Pants
Prohibitionists are crapping themselves in disgust in response to a recent interview President Obama gave wherein he stated that cannabis was safer than alcohol and that prohibition is unscientific and unjust. Uh Oh!
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Petition to Remove Cannabis From Controlled Substances
Marijuana Policy Project has started a petition on Change.org to remove cannabis from the list of controlled substances.