Tuesday, February 3, 2026

Politics

Kentucky GOP Lawmaker Chose Marijuana Over Opiates To Battle Cancer

State Sen. Dan Neum, amidst support for marijuana legalization, told local reporters this week he used medical marijuana instead of opiates after he was diagnosed with colon cancer seven years ago.

New Study Confirms That Seniors Are More Likely To Share Fake News

The research argues that the largest determining factor on whether or not someone shares fake news — regardless of political orientation — is if the user is over 65 years old.

John Boehner Now Wants To Teach You How To Invest In Marijuana

A cable news ad will sends viewers a website link for the “American Cannabis Summit” to learn about cannabis investing from John Boehner.

Kamala Harris Now Supports Marijuana Legalization And Ending War On Drugs

In her new book 'The Truths We Hold,' Sen. Kamala Harris demonstrates a policy evolution on cannabis amidst rumors of a 2020 presidential bid.

Where Does Presidential Candidate Elizabeth Warren Stand On Marijuana?

How far would Warren go with pot reform if elected? And is it enough to go toe-to-toe with Trump’s flighty support on the issue?

How Will The Incoming Congress Shape Marijuana Legalization?

Cannabis Industry leaders say legal pot has become a bipartisan issue and that lawmakers are motivated to eliminate federal controls.

Despite Bloody War On Drugs, Phillipine President Jokes About Marijuana Usage

Conservative estimates state 12,000 have died since Rodrigo Duterte launched his War on Drug after taking over office in 2016.

Marijuana Foe Jeff Sessions Is OUT, But Is That A Good Thing

The cannabis industry expressed relief at the resignation/firing of U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions on Tuesday, but is it too quick for toast of celebration?   Trump used positive marijuana messaging to punish Sessions in his feud over the Russian...

Why Aren’t More Congressional Candidates Embracing Marijuana Reform

In the lead up to the 2018 midterm elections, cannabis advocates are going through a familiar routine: throwing their hands up in frustration as to why more candidates are not embracing cannabis reform.

Could Legal Marijuana Swing Midterms For Democrats?

A lot is riding on November’s midterm election, and Democrats are doing everything in their power to ensure the American people make them the dominant political force once again when they head off to the polls.

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