Written by: J. Laura Disclaimer: this article contains violent descriptions. The World Health Organization (WHO) described femicide as the act of intentionally murdering a woman because they are women. Gender-based violence is a threat to all women and girls around the world, as about 66,000 women and girls are killed every year, of which 17% of all victims were … [Read more...] about Femicide: Inside the Politics of Killing Women and the Story of Pinar Gültekin
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The “Right” on Cannabis
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
Cannabis in a Conservative Country: The History and Politics of Cannabis in Indonesia
Located in Southeast Asia, Indonesia is a country known for its tropical tourist destinations. But what lies behind the tourism industry is the conflicted and controversial argument on cannabis. The Transnational Institute (TNI) reported that despite the high prevalence of cannabis use, pro-cannabis policies do not exist, reflecting strong anti-drug beliefs. Due … [Read more...] about Cannabis in a Conservative Country: The History and Politics of Cannabis in Indonesia
Washington Redskins – Keep it or Change it?
Back in 1932, George Preston Marshall purchased a franchise of the National Football League (NFL) in Boston and named it the Boston Braves. It originally shared a stadium with the Major Baseball League (MBL) team, also named Boston Braves. To stop the confusion with the identical names of both teams, Marshall changed the football franchise to Boston Redskins to honor … [Read more...] about Washington Redskins – Keep it or Change it?
Joe Biden’s Stance on Cannabis Waivers With “New Plan for Black America”
Written by Rita Thompson For those who haven’t paid much mind to the presumptive 2020 Democratic nominee's stance on weed, it’s changed quite a bit over the years. Looking Back at Biden’s Vice Presidency While serving as Vice President in 2010 back, Joe Biden held strong in his position as a cannabis-critic. In a December 2010 interview with ABC News, Biden … [Read more...] about Joe Biden’s Stance on Cannabis Waivers With “New Plan for Black America”
