American lawmakers aims to decriminalize cannabis. Photo Credit: Shepherd Express/Getty Images. Times are changing and so are laws towards cannabis. On Monday, November 15th, Republican lawmakers introduced a bill to federally decriminalize and tax cannabis. Republican Rep. Nancy Mace, along with other Republican cosponsors, introduced the bill — the States Reform … [Read more...] about Republicans Propose new Bill to Decriminalize and Regulate Cannabis
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The Dime: 11/19/2021
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. Republicans Favor Federal Decriminalization USA Today reports that on Monday, November 15th, South Carolina Republican Rep. Nancy Mace, … [Read more...] about The Dime: 11/19/2021
Rasta, Reggae and Remedy: Cannabis in Jamaican Culture
Cannabis has a deeply rooted history in Jamaican culture. Photo credit: Envato. In Jamaica, many are commonly seen kneading herb in the palms of their hands, and smoking weed. It is a way of life. However, law enforcement pinned down, manhandled, verbally abused and arrested cannabis users simply for smoking weed on the street corner. Although Jamaica does produce … [Read more...] about Rasta, Reggae and Remedy: Cannabis in Jamaican Culture
The Integration of Native American Tribes Into the Cannabis Industry
The American Family of Governments. Sourced from NCIA. The cannabis industry presents a unique economic opportunity to all varieties of people. However, to gain access to it, certain groups like Native American Tribes must overcome formidable obstacles. According to the National Congress of American Indians (NCAI), there are “574 federally recognized Indian Nations [...] … [Read more...] about The Integration of Native American Tribes Into the Cannabis Industry
Democrats aim to Decriminalize all Drugs, Reduce Prison Overcrowding
The Drug Policy Reform Act (DRPA) could consequently reduce prison overcrowding. Photo credit: Envato. In the political arena, the War on Drugs has been an uphill battle after its declaration by former President Richard Nixon in 1971. This year, however, Democrat legislators are hoping to deconstruct federal drug policies. To mark the 50th anniversary since Nixon’s … [Read more...] about Democrats aim to Decriminalize all Drugs, Reduce Prison Overcrowding
