Cannabis in the Garden State This podcast is a general overview of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws, also known as NORML. In this segment, I will be including information from their database regarding New Jersey such as arrest info, state cannabis laws, and pending bills for 2020. This non profit’s missionContinue reading “NORML Podcast”
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THC’s Previously Unknown Medicinal Benefits
In a study conducted by the University of Mexico, researchers discovered that THC, or tetrahydrocannabinol, the main psychoactive ingredient in the Cannabis plant, has medicinal benefits greater than we thought previously. CBD is currently the socially acceptable Cannabis based product on the market right now due to its low psycho-active potential. The appeal of CBDContinue reading “THC’s Previously Unknown Medicinal Benefits”
Youtube Video Project
This informational video gives the viewer a general overview of the events and laws that occurred throughout the past few centuries that led to the prohibition of the Cannabis plant in the United States of America. I hope to re-educate what people think they know about the history of Cannabis. My goal is to changeContinue reading “Youtube Video Project”
Hemp: The Key to a Sustainable Future
Hemp, a species of Cannabis plant also referred to as Cannabis Sativa L., is a versatile plant. It was not until the passage of the Farm Bill last year that the legal definition of hemp was officially set to be defined as a part of the cannabis plant that contains less than 0.3 percent THCContinue reading “Hemp: The Key to a Sustainable Future”
Trump’s New Budget Proposes Ending Congressionally Approved Medical Cannabis Rider
The Trump administration time and time again has shown their disinterest in the legalization of cannabis at the federal level. Trump’s new fiscal budget for 2021 proposes ending state medical marijuana protections and blocking DC from legalizing. By ending the existing approved medical cannabis policy, the Justice Department can freely interfere with state medical programsContinue reading “Trump’s New Budget Proposes Ending Congressionally Approved Medical Cannabis Rider”
The Prohibition of Cannabis
The prohibition of Cannabis has been a long process carried out over the course of a century in the United States of America. It started in the 20th century due to political, cultural, and economic concerns of the US government. The public perception of the cannabis plant changed as other cultures spread into the West.Continue reading “The Prohibition of Cannabis”
