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In a bizarre twist of bureaucratic brilliance, the DEA has reclassified marijuana as a leafy green vegetable—officially adding it to the American food pyramid. From salad bowls to school lunches, the War on Drugs just got edible. Satirical? Yes. Unbelievable? Barely.
The DEA is delaying the rescheduling of marijuana from Schedule I, despite overwhelming scientific support and recommendations from health authorities. This stalling harms the cannabis industry, patients, and communities affected by marijuana criminalization. Political influences from big pharmaceutical companies contribute to this resistance, prolonging the adverse effects of current drug policies.
Fake news isn’t just a political problem—it’s poisoning cannabis culture. From prohibition-era scare tactics to modern corporate spin, misinformation about weed has gone digital. This article rips apart the worst cannabis myths, exposes the money behind the lies, and gives you the tools to separate fact from fiction.
New Mexico's cannabis industry remains troubled despite increased enforcement efforts and regulatory changes. Legal businesses struggle against illegal sales and preferential treatment for larger operators. Issues such as oversaturation and regional disparities persist, with critics emphasizing the need for fair enforcement. The state's unique cannabis model is at risk without timely reforms.
California seized $534 million worth of “illegal” weed in 2024, claiming it was about public safety—but was it really? While legacy growers get raided, contaminated corporate weed gets a free pass. This isn’t about protecting consumers—it’s about eliminating competition. We follow the money to expose who actually benefits from California’s war on weed.
Another study, another misleading headline. The media is at it again, twisting nuanced cannabis research into fear-mongering clickbait. Here’s what The Independent got wrong and why this keeps happening
