Photo Credit: Yahoo. In 2005, a Harvard professor of economics named Jeffrey A. Miron published a report titled “The Budgetary Implications of Marijuana Prohibition.” Funded by The Marijuana Policy Project (MPP), Miron concluded that cannabis legalization on a federal level would save the government $7.7 billion per year. He also estimated that the tax revenue would generate … [Read more...] about How Legalization is Creating Jobs and Boosting Revenue
Green Revolution: A History of Cannabis Culture in the United States
Cannabis culture has been around just about as long as the plant itself. From its arrival in America to the rapid legalization of modern times, here’s a brief history. Hemp the Cash Crop Cannabis made its entrance into the Americas along with Jamestown colonists in the early 1600s. Its role in the production of items like rope, sails, and clothing made it a massive cash … [Read more...] about Green Revolution: A History of Cannabis Culture in the United States
Kamala Harris’ Evolving Stance on Cannabis
Expected Democratic presidential candidate and current Vice President Kamala Harris. Photo Credit: Getty Images With President Joe Biden dropping out of the race, it’s looking like Vice President Kamala Harris will be the democrats’ pick in the 2024 presidential election. As she makes her bid for the White House, many wonder about her stance on issues like the War on … [Read more...] about Kamala Harris’ Evolving Stance on Cannabis
Thinking Outside the Bowl: Four Fascinating Ways to Consume Cannabis
Photo Credit: Arbor Wellness Anyone who considers themselves a frequent user of cannabis knows the basics by now: bowls, bongs, blunts, edibles, and joints. These are some of the most common forms of cannabis consumption. But what if we like to shake it up every once in a while? This list features some of the more fascinating methods of cannabis consumption. Some have … [Read more...] about Thinking Outside the Bowl: Four Fascinating Ways to Consume Cannabis
Cannabis in Condiments
2Fly's cannabis condiments, including peanut butter. Photo credit: 2fly. One of the best parts about cannabis is the large variety of ways we’re able to consume it. All due respect to pipes, bongs, and papers, but this week we’re all about edibles. Edibles are digestible cannabis-infused products that can come in the form of gummies, drinks, cookies, and so much more. … [Read more...] about Cannabis in Condiments