Articles tagged with "politics"
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10 Things We Learned About Gary Johnson From The New Yorker
Gage Peake - Published on July 19, 2016Read moreLooking for an alternative to the two major party candidates? Consider Libertarian Gary Johnson, who’s not only a proud cannabis consumer — he used the be in the business himself.
Judge to Hear Challenge to Arizona Legalization Initiative
The Associated Press - Published on July 19, 2016Read moreAn attorney for the initiative says the lawsuit is likely to fail because opponents are on thin legal ground.
Where Does Donald Trump Stand on Cannabis? It’s Anyone’s Guess
Tobias Coughlin-Bogue - Published on July 19, 2016Read moreHis love for legalization, full blown back in 1990, has been reduced to hemming and hawing in 2016.
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Republican Platform: Let’s Worry About Legalization
Lisa Rough - Published on July 19, 2016Read moreIn a party committed to states’ rights and personal liberty, this year’s GOP platform is a lost opportunity to make critical reforms for the betterment of the country.
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Meet Ann Lee, the Texas Republican Calling for Legalization in Cleveland
Katie Matlack - Published on July 18, 2016Read moreThe founder of RAMP — Republicans Against Marijuana Prohibition — is attending her first national confab since 1984, and she’s bringing the legalization love strong.
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Mike Pence, Trump’s VP Pick, is Bad News for Cannabis Reform
Lisa Rough - Published on July 14, 2016Read moreToday’s report that Donald Trump has chosen Indiana Gov. Mike Pence as his vice presidential running mate is a blow to those of us hoping for cannabis policy reform during the next presidency.
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Anti-Marijuana Campaign Files Suit to Block Arizona Legalization
The Associated Press - Published on July 12, 2016Read moreThe suit was brought by 13 groups and individuals including Maricopa County Attorney Bill Montgomery and Yavapai County Attorney Sheila Polk.
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Dems Move Party Platform a Little Closer to Legalization
Lisa Rough - Published on July 11, 2016Read moreThe Democratic Party heard the call of its constituents and took an unexpected step in support of cannabis reform, officially endorsing a “reasoned pathway to future legalization.”
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Colorado Cannabis Opponents Give up Fight Over Potency Limits
Lisa Rough - Published on July 8, 2016Read moreMarijuana opponents in Colorado have given up a plan to ask voters about requiring less-potent cannabis and telling consumers that the drug could cause brain damage and paranoia.
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Brexit Shocks Europe, but How Will It Affect Cannabis Policies?
Leafly Staff - Published on June 28, 2016Read moreThe UK’s vote to leave the European Union sent shock waves through political circles and financial markets. But what does it mean for cannabis?
