Dutch Government to Ban Tourists From Cannabis Shops
The Dutch government on Friday said it would start banning tourists from buying cannabis from "coffee shops" and impose restrictions on Dutch customers by the end of the year.
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Conrad Black and Evan Wood: Drug Prohibition is Dumb on Crime
Stephen Harper’s government has pledged to implement more severe criminal sentences — including for drug crimes — and a more Spartan regime in the country’s correctional institutions. In light of his recent election to a majority government, a re-examination of policy in this area is more urgent than ever.
Maine Lawmakers Vote Down Marijuana Legalization but Ease Access to Medical Pot
In a rare show of cooperation during a generally divisive legislative session, lawmakers on the Health and Human Services Committee on Tuesday unanimously endorsed a proposal to expand access to marijuana under the state’s medical marijuana program.
Raided Medical Marijuana Providers Sue Government
Two medical marijuana providers are suing the government over what they are calling unconstitutional raids of their Montana businesses as federal prosecutors threaten to crack down on medical marijuana operations across the nation.
Why I’m Voting New Democrat Today and Why You Should Too
Canadians go to the polls today with a clear choice: the failed and contemptuous policies of Stephen Harper's Conservatives, or the sweeping vision of a prosperous, respected and free Canada offered by Jack Layton and the New Democratic Party. I urge you all to vote and to be part of the change that is coming to Parliament.
Ignatieff Admits to Smoking Pot
Michael Ignatieff has smoked pot. The Liberal leader faced two questions Wednesday morning from high school students wanting to know what he would do about legalizing marijuana.
Colorado Medical Marijuana Bill Draws U.S. Attorney’s Warning
The U.S. attorney for Colorado warned state lawmakers Tuesday that pending legislation adjusting rules for medical marijuana would conflict with federal law and could lead to federal prosecutions.
DOJ to Oakland: Industrial Pot Farms Are Illegal
U.S. Attorney Melinda Haag sent the city of Oakland a strong message Wednesday: big industrial pot farms are illegal and the Department of Justice is considering “civil and criminal legal remedies” if Oakland proceeds with its plans to permit them.
Atlas Toked: Why Prohibition is Dead in Canada
CANNABIS CULTURE - Canada’s doctors have shrugged-off the role of deciding who should be a medical marijuana patient, leaving the Conservative government holding the bag. Can the politicians salvage the MMAR or will pot be legal for all?
Vote Out The Cannabis-Hating Conservatives on May 2
CANNABIS CULTURE - Canada's Federal Election is just days away! Here's a list of the best candidates to vote for in every riding to beat the marijuana-hating Conservatives on May 2.
