In the third episode of Growing Up Cannabis, host Victoria Martinez discusses the Black Lives Matter Movement, social equity, and the fact that white men are profiting from the plant as Black men face prison time for cannabis charges. … [Read more...] about Growing Up Cannabis: Cannabis and BLM Movement
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Richard Delisi is Released After Serving 31 Years for a Non-Violent Cannabis Crime
In 1989, Richard DeLisi was sentenced to serve 90 years in the South Bay Correctional Facility (SBCF) in Palm Beach, Florida for non-violent cannabis crimes. This week, he walks free. Noted to be the longest serving non-violent prisoner in the U.S. for cannabis, Richard and his brother Ted were caught in 1988 during a reverse-string operation for cannabis tracking in … [Read more...] about Richard Delisi is Released After Serving 31 Years for a Non-Violent Cannabis Crime
House Votes to Expand Cannabis Research
This Wednesday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill to expand and expedite scientific research of medical cannabis. Under the existing regulatory systems, the University of Mississippi is the one and only federally licensed entity permitted to cultivate cannabis for FDA-approved studies. Co-sponsored by Representatives Earl Blumenaeur, D-Ore., and Andy … [Read more...] about House Votes to Expand Cannabis Research
The Dime: 12/11/2020
Following important cannabis news articles every day can be a real burn-out, we know. That’s why the Emerald rolls up a chronicle of the headiest news hits, and passes them to you at the end of each week. We Bring You: The Dime. Mexicanna Dreams According to a story by Milenio, Mexican lawmakers in the Chamber of Deputies have agreed to ask the Senate for a delay of … [Read more...] about The Dime: 12/11/2020
Will the Electoral College be Abolished?
The electoral college has come under fire since the 2000 U.S. presidential election. The system in place since this country was founded has been branded as unfair, disproportionate, and even racist, reports The Atlantic. Now, a new compact may hasten the electoral college's possible demise. As with many current political issues, the decision to leave the electoral college … [Read more...] about Will the Electoral College be Abolished?
