View of New York, home to the "gold standard" of social equity in cannabis. Photo credit: oneinchpuchphotos. The cannabis industry is not a diverse place. For years, caucasin men have controlled the legal market while largely discriminating against Black Americans, Latinos, and women. New York believes it can change that. With their new social equity cannabis campaign, the … [Read more...] about Settling the Score: New York’s Social Equity Plan is a Model for Legalization
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Día de los Muertos Product Round Up
Platinum Vape’s Platinum Vape’s Pinã de los Muertos Gummy Coins. Photo credit: Platinum Vapes. Día de los Muertos is celebrated on November 1st and 2nd, on both sides of the Mexican border. It is a day to honor those who have passed. It is believed that on these two days, the souls of deceased family members return to earth to celebrate with the living. They are … [Read more...] about Día de los Muertos Product Round Up
The Medical Legalization of Cannabis in Texas
Texas state flag. Photo credit: Twenty20 photos. Texas is one of the many states that is loosening their restrictions surrounding medical cannabis and possession. The Lone Star State enacted a Compassionate Use Program (CUP) in 2015. This program allows eligible Texans to have access to cannabis for medical use. On Sept. 1st, lawmakers expanded the CUP to allow … [Read more...] about The Medical Legalization of Cannabis in Texas
New York and New Jersey Approve Recreational Weed, but Many Cities are Opting out of Retail Sales
Despite legalization, many cities in New York and New Jersey are opting out of retail sales. Photo credit: Twenty20photos. After years of breaking through century-long stigma and outdated laws, the states of New York and New Jersey finally gained rights to recreational cannabis. As this was a victory for both states, it is only the beginning for cannabis. Retail is the … [Read more...] about New York and New Jersey Approve Recreational Weed, but Many Cities are Opting out of Retail Sales
New York Officials Move Closer to Launching Adult-Use Cannabis
Gov. Kathy Hochul addressing constituents. Photo credit: Office of the Governor of New York. This August, New York welcomed its newest leader, Gov. Kathy Hochul. Since replacing Andrew Cuomo, Gov. Hochul has made moves to extend the statewide eviction moratorium, launched a vaccination campaign, and started appointing members to the state’s cannabis control board. Like … [Read more...] about New York Officials Move Closer to Launching Adult-Use Cannabis