News & Commentary about Marijuana Law Reform

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Sep 12, 2022

Despite Backlash, Voters and Lawmakers Continue to Choose Criminal Justice Reform

Despite Backlash, Voters and Lawmakers Continue to Choose Criminal Justice Reform

Apr 22, 2020

Centering Racial Equity in the Fight to Legalize Marijuana

Jun 26, 2019

Equity Must Be at the Heart of Marijuana Legalization

Marijuana clones are monitored inside the "Vegetative Room" at the Ataraxia medical marijuana cultivation center in Albion, Ill.

Equity Must Be at the Heart of Marijuana Legalization

Apr 20, 2019

Marijuana Legalization Is a Racial Justice Issue

Marijuana Legalization Is a Racial Justice Issue

Oct 22, 2018

Mississippi Sentences Man to 8 Years in Prison for Medical Marijuana He Purchased Legally in Another State

Mississippi Sentences Man to 8 Years in Prison for Medical Marijuana He Purchased Legally in Another State

Jul 20, 2018

Another Needless Death in the Absurd War on Marijuana

Another Needless Death in the Absurd War on Marijuana

Jan 19, 2018

The Trump Administration Continues the Racist and Disastrous War on Pot

The Trump Administration Continues the Racist and Disastrous War on Pot

Dec 1, 2017

New Jersey Should Legalize Marijuana

Oct 20, 2017

Hey, Pennsylvania, Legalize Marijuana and Stop Destroying People’s Lives

Mar 7, 2016

Congress’s Intent Is Clear: States Can Legalize Medical Marijuana Without Violating Federal Law