According to The Cannabis Exchange, conservatives’ views on cannabis, for the most part, still maintain the belief that cannabis should remain an illegal substance. But within recent times, this belief has shifted. Back in 2017, the United Kingdom’s Conservative Party spokesperson told BBC that, “There is clear scientific and medical evidence that cannabis is a harmful drug … [Read more...] about The “Right” on Cannabis
Archives for July 2020
Makeda Marley Interview with Emerald
Emerald shoots the breeze with Makeda Marley, discussing both her positive and negative experiences relating to cannabis, and her LivLuv Experience organization. The conversation weaves through a range of topics, including the recent recognition of cannabis for medicinal and recreational uses, with her belief that “herb is the healing of the nation." They also address the dank … [Read more...] about Makeda Marley Interview with Emerald
How Covid-19 has Affected International Students in the U.S.
Written By: J. Laura “I hope I’m making you proud,” says Alyssa to her family in Indonesia. As of November 18th, 2019, The Power of International Education (IIE) reported that the number of international students in the U.S. set an all time high in the academic year of 2018/19. Now international students are under immense pressure as new regulations rose from … [Read more...] about How Covid-19 has Affected International Students in the U.S.
Get Informed, Get Involved: 20 Cannabis Organizations Advocating for Social Equity
The secrets out: we like getting high. However, while cannabis provides us with unmatched happiness and often relief from stress and pain, the industry itself is a far cry from unicorns and rainbows. Amid legalization efforts, which have now taken effect in more than 10 states across the U.S., discrimination and in-equities within the industry are impossible to ignore. Thus, in … [Read more...] about Get Informed, Get Involved: 20 Cannabis Organizations Advocating for Social Equity
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy is Seeing Green Amid Economic Downfall
The U.S. economy is struggling in the wake of the global pandemic. In an attempt to offset some of New Jersey’s economic struggles following the novel coronavirus outbreak, Gov.Phil Murphy says legalizing cannabis could be the boost they need. Federal Help “We still need federal cash assistance direct into the states,” Murphy explained on the Jim Kerr Rock & … [Read more...] about New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy is Seeing Green Amid Economic Downfall