Medical Marijuana Update (2014.10.01)
Here's the latest major medical marijuana news around the United States from the past week, as of October 01, 2014:
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Study: Arrests for Marijuana Offenses Increasing in Many States
Law enforcement in many states are making a greater number of marijuana arrests than ever before despite polling data showing that the majority of Americans believe that the adult use of the plant ought to be legal.
The Fear of Pleasure: Why CBD-Only Legislation is Not a Real Solution
Most of us were caught off-guard by the rush of states this year that approved the limited use of CBD-only marijuana extracts because these traditionally conservative states had heretofore rejected the medical use of marijuana.
Wisconsin Girl Dies Waiting for Implementation of Cannabis Oil Legislation
Lydia Schaeffer passed away from a rare genetic disorder. Her plight inspired lawmakers in Wisconsin to legalize a marijuana extract to treat her condition.
Medical Marijuana Update (2014.04.23)
Here's the latest major medical marijuana news around the United States from the past week, as of April 23, 2014:
More States Move Forward With CBD-Only Measures, But Will They Help Patients?
Lawmakers approved legislation authorizing the physician-supervised use of varieties of cannabis high in the non-psychotropic cannabinoid cannabidiol (CBD).
Medical Marijuana Update (2014.04.02)
Here's the latest major medical marijuana news around the United States from the past week, as of April 2, 2014:
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Parents Argue Medical Marijuana Helps These Kids Avoid a 'Death Sentence'
The parents of severely epileptic children who lobbied for the bill, testified to how transformative medical marijuana treatment can be for kids.
Supposed ‘Medical Marijuana’ Measures in Alabama, Utah Are Anything But
While the passage of these measures may pose symbolic victories for legislators; they fail to provide tangible benefits to the constituents that they serve.
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How Racist Is Your State's War on Weed? Compare!
A new interactive website from the ACLU highlights how many lives are derailed and billions of dollars wasted fighting a racially biased war on drugs.
Marijuana Pipe Makers Won't Chill Out
A Minneapolis pipe maker breached an agreement to sell the trade name for a pipe called Hive after receiving a $50,000 check, the prospective buyer claims.
Marijuana NewsLink
Wisconsin Governor Thinks Alcohol Safer Than Pot
Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker thinks that alcohol is safer than pot, and is upset about the presidents remarks to the contrary.
Wisconsin Bill Introduced to Treat Marijuana Like Alcohol
Wisconsin State Rep Melissa Sargent is asking her colleagues to sign on to her bill to replace prohibition with a system that regulates marijuana.
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WI: Marijuana Legalization to Appear on Dane County Ballot
Dane County, Wisconsin is putting a non-binding question to voters this spring, asking residents if they want marijuana legalized.
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Wisconsin Politicians Stall Medical Marijuana Progress Despite Unprecedented Backing
Elizabeth Onheiber dives deep into Wisconsin medical marjuana politics, covering politicians such as state Senator Leah Vukmir who blocked mmj bills in...
Medical Marijuana Update (2013.10.30)
Here's the latest major medical marijuana news around the United States from the past week, as of October 30, 2013:
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Wisconsin MMJ Bill Would Legalize Dispensaries, Home Grows
Monday, a Wisconsin MMJ bill was introduced, signed on by 18 lawmakers.
This Week’s Corrupt Cops Stories (2013.10.09)
Here's the latest news on corrupt cops and law enforcement around the United States from the past week, as of October 9, 2013.