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Washington AG: We’re ‘Prepared’ for Legal Fight With Jeff Sessions
Ben Adlin - Published on February 2, 2018Read moreWashington AG Bob Ferguson confirmed that his office is prepared to take legal action if the Justice Department goes after Washington’s state-legal industry.
‘Democracy Dies in Dankness’: The Week in Cannabis Quotes
Dave Schmader - Published on February 2, 2018Read moreFrom Trumpy typos to expunged convictions, here are the week’s most notable cannabis quotables.
Oregon’s Top Federal Prosecutor Holds Cannabis Summit
The Associated Press - Published on February 2, 2018Read moreOregon Gov. Kate Brown says the top federal prosecutor in Oregon has assured her that he will not target legal marijuana business in the state.
‘Sensible Ontario’ Brings the Fight for Ontario Cannabis Lounges to the People
Sam Riches - Published on February 2, 2018Read moreThe grassroots campaign Sensible Ontario is challenging Ontario’s cannabis legislation, pushing for both licensed cannabis lounges and private cannabis stores.
The Roll-Up #19: Canada Has Its Maureen Dowd Moment
Leafly Podcasts - Published on February 1, 2018Read moreIn this week’s podcast: Toronto cops try edibles and discover they’re not Seth Rogen; Ben defends LA’s cannabis appetite; Dave hallucinates about pirates.
California Prosecutors Dropping, Reducing Cannabis Convictions
The Associated Press - Published on February 1, 2018Read moreSan Francisco and San Diego are moving to erase thousands of marijuana convictions en masse, a step that could prove life-changing for some and could especially help minorities.
New Mexico’s New Legalization Bill Is Shockingly Good. Too Bad It Won’t Pass.
Ben Adlin - Published on February 1, 2018Read moreThe bill is remarkably comprehensive, but don’t get your hopes up just yet—even the bill’s supporters acknowledge it’s unlikely to pass this year.
Why Washington DC Police Are Cracking Down on Cannabis ‘Gifting’
Ethan McLeod - Published on February 1, 2018Read moreYes, cannabis is legal in DC. But you can’t sell it, and cops aren’t buying the gifting concept.
6 Ways to Beat a Local Cannabis Ban
Bruce Barcott & Ben Adlin - Published on February 1, 2018Read moreFrustrated that your state is legal but your county isn’t? Here are some ways to end prohibition in your local area.
Cannabis ‘Gifting’ Economy Springs up in Massachusetts
The Associated Press - Published on February 1, 2018Read moreRetail cannabis stores are months away, but some companies have been quietly operating for more than a year, delivering marijuana via a legal loophole.