Let’s check in on how Canada’s doing with its national legalization of cannabis, four months in. It’s the largest cannabis legalization program ever undertaken, and even though Americans do terribly in learning from other countries (or from history), perhaps we can buck that trend and take away some insight from the
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California Legalizes Statewide Cannabis Deliveries
When California implemented their legalized recreational cannabis program, one thing that wasn't worked out was the possibility of home delivery service. The convenience factor of having a wide variety of lab-tested cannabis products brought to your home, allowing you to forgo leaving the damn house, is one of the marvels of
Micheal Bloomberg Is Not A Friend Of Cannabis Legalization
The rush of candidates running for the Democratic nomination for president is breathtaking and encouraging—looking at you, Elizabeth Warren, Kirsten Gillibrand, and Kamala Harris—and provided there is anything left of the US by election time, we could be looking at a candidate who favors cannabis legalization at the federal level. Well,
Does Legalized Cannabis Increase Illegal Imports?
It’s gearing up to be a banner year for legalized weed, but that doesn’t mean we can ease up on fighting prohibitionists. That means it’s time for another installment of our series “Prohibition Arguments, Cannalyzed™”—in which we dissect stupid anti-cannabis arguments by using words and common sense. Here’s a favorite one
State Governments Warming To Cannabis Legalization
Wednesday saw the release of the annual US Governors Scorecard, produced by NORML (National Organization Reform of Marijuana Laws. As NORML describes it, "This extensive database assigns a letter grade 'A' through 'F' to states' governors based upon their comments and voting records specific to matters of marijuana policy." As the old
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Beer Makers Begin Investment In Cannabis
The company that makes an inexplicably popular beer that gives me cringe shivers when I choke it down because it tastes so bad has made a joint $100 million investment to find a way to make THC- and CBD-infused beverages. The industry that contributed untold dollars to prohibitionist efforts has now
Know Your Grower: Dirty Arm Farm
Today my holiday series of Discreet Cannabis Consumption looks at a new line of sublingual cannabis tinctures from Dirty Arm Farm, producers of tippy-top-shelf extracts which consistently rank as a favorite of dab connoisseurs. The comprehensive care and quality control standards which has gone into making their brand one of the
Canadian Cannabis Industry Sees Big Investment from Big Tobacco
In "news that is sure to thrill Canadian (and potentially global) consumers of both cannabis and tobacco," Marijuana Business Daily reported last week that Big Tobacco has made its largest investment to date into North American cannabis. This news validates the crazy conspiracy theories of your stoner buddy in college who
Gummies Gonna Getcha: Fox and Friends Spread Idiotic Cannabis Fears
Fox and Friends has a long list of things to fear, including but not limited to: • Anyone with skin that isn't a shade of cottage cheese • Socialists • The LGBTQIA community • Vaginas, and those who own one • Democrats • Truth • Universal healthcare and education • Any holiday that isn't Christmas But much like shooting
MJBiz Con 2018: Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas
In November 2018, I attended the annual MJBizCon in Las Vegas. It’s the largest cannabis convention in the world, featuring 27,000 attendees from 70 countries, with 1,000 exhibitors, three days of speakers, break-out lunches, and afterparties. I didn’t visit all 1,000 booths or meet all 27,000 attendees, although “Hi, I’m
Cannabis Deals For Black Friday
This week, we gather together to share and express our gratitude—for friends, family, and super-duper low prices on cannabis. This isn't a new thing. In a market where cannabis prices just keep falling, it's hard to imagine that prices can get any lower. But they can, so instead of trampling, pushing, and
The City of Portland’s Cannabis Program Needs You To Do Your Civic Doobie
Just because the elections are over doesn't mean your civic duty is done. If you have a strong interest in cannabis policy, your city needs you. Consider this the cannabis equivalent of the Bat Signal. The City of Portland is accepting applications until this Thursday, November 15, 2018 to apply for