Cheryl Shuman: Queen of Cannabis or Controversy?
One one hand, Shuman is spreading the word about cannabis and reaching a wide audience. On the other, what is the message and image she is putting out there?
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NORML, Feds Agree on Benefits of Cannabis
The third day of hearings on the constitutionality of cannabis’ federal Schedule I status presented further bizarre twists, as both federal prosecutors and NORML’s defense team appeared at times to agree on the medical benefits of cannabis.
NORML PAC Endorses Representative Heck for Congress
NORML PAC is pleased to endorsed Representative Denny Heck (D-WA) in his campaign to be reelected to the United States Congress representing Washington's 10th Congressional District.
NORML PAC Endorses Paul Zuckerberg for DC Attorney General
NORML PAC has endorsed long-time marijuana law reform supporter Paul Zuckerberg in his campaign to become the first elected Attorney General for the District of Columbia.
Help Us Reach the Marijuana Tipping Point
It is nearly impossible to detect the precise moment when support for a change in social policy reaches the "tipping point", but for the marijuana legalization movement, that time was likely July 26, 2014, when the editorial board of the New York Times published...
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Iowa State Students Suing Over Marijuana T-shirts
Two Iowa State University students, juniors Paul Gerlich and Erin Furleigh, are suing school officials after the university's trademark licensing office forbade the campus' chapter of NORML from using the Cy the Cardinal mascot logo on T-shirts, saying it violates the students' First Amendment rights.
NORML PAC Endorses Troy Jackson in Maine 2nd CD Primary
NORML PAC is endorsing state Senator Troy Jackson in his campaign to represent the 2nd Congressional District of Maine...
House to Vote on Budget Amendment to Defund Medical Marijuana Raids
The House of Representatives is expected to debate and vote on budget appropriation legislation for the Department of Justice's medical marijuana raids.
NORML PAC Endorses Wes Neuman for Congress in Florida’s 7th District
NORML PAC is endorsing Wes Neuman in his campaign against incumbent John Mica to become the next Congressman for Florida’s 7th Congressional District.
New York City’s New Boss, Same as the Old?
A report by the Marijuana Arrest Research Project shows marijuana arrests have increased in New York City under new Mayor De Blasio and Commissioner Bratton
Autistic Boy Thrives With Custom Strain of Marijuana
Marijuana is contributing to a better quality of life for many Autistic patients suffering from serious, debilitating medical conditions.
Over 2,000 Texans Protest Unjust Marijuana Laws With DFW NORML
On Saturday, over two thousand Texans joined DFW NORML in Ft. Worth to rally against the prohibition of marijuana. The rally was part of...
NORML PAC Endorses Neda Bolourian for Montgomery County Council
NORML PAC Manager Erik Altieri said, Neda Bolourian's "support for legalizing marijuana and reforming Maryland’s marijuana laws makes her a great champion."
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…
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.
Retired Supreme Court Justice Stevens: Feds Should Legalize Marijuana
In an interview with NPR released today, retired Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens came out in support for marijuana legalization.
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Marijuana Advocates Take the Spotlight at Minnesota Capitol
Backers of recreational use say they support medical marijuana and tried to let its backers have the spotlight, but grew frustrated at the lack of movement.
Alaska: Election Officials Postpone Marijuana Legalization Vote to November
Alaska voters will decide this November on a proposed initiative to regulate the production and retail sale of cannabis to adults.