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How Social Reform And Cannabis Legalization Are Linked

Mary Schumacher -
For decades one of the greatest arguments against the War on Drugs, and cannabis in particular, was the racial disparities in arrests and time served, and the resulting problem of overcrowded prisons packed with victims of a social stigma, many of whom were not even close to criminals.
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State Democrats Turning Cannabis Legalization Into Party Platform

Brendan Bures -
Recently, state chapters of national political parties have used marijuana to advance their agenda by making marijuana legalization as part of their party platform.
Cannabis

Minneapolis Mayor Wants In On Marijuana Legalization

Brendan Bures -
Many Canadians and cannabis activists were enthused last week when Canada officially legalized recreational marijuana on the federal level. But included in that wave of excitement was none other than Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey.
Cannabis

St. Louis Drastically Softens Penalty For Marijuana Possession

Terry Hacienda -
St. Louis joins a host of other metropolitan areas across the nation that have decided to spend their law enforcement dollars on serious crimes.
Cannabis

North Carolina Considers Legalizing Small Amounts Of Marijuana

Brendan Bures -
A set of bills in North Carolina might soon allow residents to possess up to 4 ounces of marijuana for personal use.
Cannabis

Pittsburgh Decriminalized Cannabis Two Years Ago, So Why Are Arrests Up?

Terry Hacienda -
In December 2015, with much fanfare and political grandstanding, the Pittsburgh City Council announced it had passed an ordinance decriminalizing cannabis.
Cannabis

Sen. Chuck Schumer: It’s Time To End Marijuana Prohibition

Terry Hacienda -
In a shocking announcement of global and historic significance,  Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-NY), the Senate minority leader, said he will introduce a bill to decriminalize cannabis nationwide.
Cannabis

Here’s What Happened When New Orleans Decriminalized Marijuana

Terry Hacienda -
One year ago, the New Orleans City Council voted unanimously to decriminalize marijuana possession. The results of the change in law have been staggering.
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