Biggest Overhaul in Federal Drug Sentencing in Decades Clears Major Hurdle
A greater percentage of black men are locked up in the U.S. than in South Africa at the height of Apartheid—this reform aims to change that.
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Justice Department Wants More Drug Clemency Applicants
In an unusual move, the Obama administration Thursday told defense lawyers they should suggest more inmates serving time on drug charges who might be deserving of clemency.
Seattle Seahawks Coach Pete Carroll Open To Exploring Medical Marijuana Use in NFL
Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll said on Monday that it is high time the NFL explores how now-banned marijuana could medically help players cope with pain from injuries.
Canadian Medical Marijuana Users May Face Pot Shortage
Critics say government hasn't issued enough licenses to meet demand when regulations change in April
Mexico Moves to Legalize Anti-Drug Vigilantism
After months of tacit co-operation with rural vigilantes trying to drive out a cult-like drug cartel, the Mexican government has moved to permanently solve one of its toughest security problems with a plan to legalize the growing movement and bring it under the army’s control.
Connecticut Announces Four Medical Marijuana Growers
State officials announced the sites of four medical marijuana-growing facilities Tuesday, which they say will serve patients who cannot find relief from other treatments.
Federal Farm Bill Includes Provision Allowing Research on Hemp
The U.S. Senate and House conference committee on the Farm Bill tonight released its report, which includes an amendment allowing colleges, universities and state agriculture departments to grow hemp for research purposes.
New Hampshire Activist Rich Paul Languishes in Prison for Marijuana Sales
CANNABIS CULTURE - When Rich Paul went on trial facing 81 years in prison on March 26, 2013, in Keene, New Hampshire, it was a portent of the growing revolt against Prohibition, if not against a broader swath of governmental policy and authority.
Republican Helps Medical Marijuana Advance in Pennsylvania
Scan the Pennsylvania Legislature for a likely proponent of legalizing medical marijuana, and you probably wouldn't pick Sen. Mike Folmer.
Medical Marijuana Could Save My Daughter’s Life
My child doesn't want to get high, she wants to get better. She can't do that while weed remains criminalized in most of the US.
