An overwhelming majority of Americans—nearly nine in 10—support legalizing marijuana in some form, according to newly released polling data from the Pew Research Center. Asked about cannabis policy preferences, 87 percent of respondents said they agreed with enacting reform. Fifty-four percent said marijuana should be legal for both medical and recreational purposes, while 33 percent said …
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9 facts about Americans and marijuana
The use and possession of marijuana is illegal under U.S. federal law, but most states allow people to access the drug in some form, either for medical or recreational purposes. The changing policy landscape has coincided with a decades-long rise in public support for legalization, which a majority of Americans now favor.Here are nine facts …
Marijuana Industry Workers Are The Happiest In Any Job Sector In The U.S., Survey Finds
Hourly workers in the marijuana industry rank at the top of the list of “happiest” employees across multiple sectors—with more than 9 in 10 reporting a “positive sentiment” in their job—according to a new survey. The annual Shift Pulse Report from the workforce management platform Deputy gauged how hourly workers felt about their jobs in 10 …
Rick Steves Talks Travel, Cannabis and Freedom
In the heart of Paris, with the air still fresh with rain and the sun breaking through the clouds, I sit outside with my pot of coffee and my notepad at Les Deux Magots, the mythical literary café on the Left Bank. This institution was a historic haunt for artists, intellectuals and writers including Simone …
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Exclusive Interview with Josh Kesselman, the New Owner of High Times
On June 17, it was announced that High Times magazine had been sold to RAW Rolling Papers owner Josh Kesselman for $3.45 million. Hightimes Holdings Co. was placed in a receivership after the company collapsed due to more than $20 million of debt. High Times had been previously sold to Oreva Capital led by Adam …
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Marijuana industry will add $123.6 billion to US economy this year
The total U.S. economic impact of regulated marijuana sales could top $123.6 billion in 2025, about 9% more than last year, according to a newly released MJBiz Factbook update. While the overall industry continues to struggle – especially in some Western states – expanding markets such as New York and Ohio will add stability going into 2025. With more new …
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West Hollywood Brings High Spirits and Cannabis Culture in Celebration of 4/20
Easter Sunday collided with 4/20 in West Hollywood this year, turning the city into a pastel-colored celebration of both resurrection and relaxation. With cannabis culture now firmly rooted in the city, local dispensaries and lounges leaned into the overlap, offering everything from egg hunts (or in this case, nug hunts), edibles, swag bags, and special discounts in …
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California Gov. Signs Bill to Let Cannabis Cafes Serve Food & Host Live Music
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) signed a bill on Tuesday to let cannabis cafes in California serve food and drink and host live performances, the San Francisco Chronicle reports. This comes one day after he vetoed a bill that would have allowed small cannabis growers to sell products directly to consumers. https://www.ganjapreneur.com/california-gov-signs-bill-to-let-cannabis-cafes-serve-food-host-live-music/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=california_gov_signs_bill_allowing_live_music_events_at_cannabis_cafes_kamala_harris_talks_legalization_and_more&utm_term=2024-10-02
Maryland Governor Grants 175,000 Pardons for Cannabis Offenses
Maryland Democratic Gov. Wes Moore made a groundbreaking decision last week to sign an executive order granting pardons to 175,000 individuals convicted of cannabis-related offenses in the state. The pardons automatically forgive low-level cannabis crimes spanning every misdemeanor cannabis possession charge the Maryland judiciary “can locate in the state’s electronic court records system,” according to a report …
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Get Paid to Smoke Joints: Pioneering Cannabis Study Seeks Participants to Advance Smoking Standards
Ever wonder what makes a perfect puff? As cannabis culture evolves, enthusiasts and experts alike are delving deeper into what truly enhances the smoking experience. For decades, the cannabis industry has primarily focused its research efforts on maximizing crop yields and cannabinoid concentrations. However, a pioneering new study aims to shift that focus towards an …
