Sanders proposes nixing marijuana from federal list of dangerous drugs
Presidential hopeful Bernie Sanders announced his support Wednesday for removing marijuana from a list of the most dangerous drugs outlawed by the federal government — a move that would free states to legalize it without impediments from Washington. Read more »
Mexico’s Supreme Court could effectively make marijuana legal for recreational users
GUADALAJARA, Mexico — Mexico could take an important step toward legalizing marijuana this week. And while some advocates say legalization would pull some control of the drug away from cartels and protect Mexicans who choose to use it, others say legalizing pot isn’t so much about safety as it is about personal liberty. Read more »
What happened when U.S. states legalized marijuana
WASHINGTON—The sale of marijuana for recreational use became legal in Colorado and the state of Washington last year, Oregon this year. (Alaska and Washington, D.C. now allow the use of marijuana, but selling marijuana is still illegal.) While it’s still too soon to draw firm conclusions about the impact of U.S. legalization, here’s what has […]
Mexico Supreme Court May Legalize Cannabis, Consideration Set for October 28th
Tomorrow, October 28th, the Mexico Supreme Court will take the historic step of considering the legalization of recreational cannabis. The court will be deciding whether or not it’s unconstitutional for the nation to prohibit possession and cultivation of the plant. Read more »