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The Canadian cannabis industry is in crisis due to high federal excise taxes and provincial markups, which make legal products expensive and fuel the illicit market. A significant percentage of producers report negative net income, and reforms are urgently needed to adjust tax rates and eliminate markups to support legal businesses effectively.
As of 2025, cannabis policy is evolving globally, with notable developments in California, Germany, Thailand, and Morocco. California will introduce consumption lounges; Germany is legalizing cannabis, aiming to reduce the black market; Thailand has reversed legalization, and Morocco seeks to dominate cannabis exports. Consumers must stay informed and engaged amidst these changes.
In 2024, the cannabis movement experienced progress and setbacks, highlighted by President Biden's pardons and review of cannabis classification, yet federal illegality persists. Local advocates remain essential for reform as corporate interests rise. Looking to 2025, unity and advocacy are vital for achieving true legalization and equity in the cannabis industry.
A new bill could legalize marijuana in Texas, but political resistance remains fierce. Can Texas finally move forward, or will prohibition win again?
On November 5th, 2024, voters must assert their rights by participating in elections that influence personal freedoms, including women's rights and cannabis legalization. This election represents a critical moment to oppose authoritarianism and uphold autonomy. Supporting candidates like Kamala Harris can help protect individual choice and prevent outdated laws from controlling lives.
The UK's cannabis laws are increasingly seen as outdated and ineffective as public support for legalization grows. With an underground market worth £3.57 billion, many Britons defy restrictive regulations. Despite the 2018 legalization of medical cannabis, access remains limited. Advocates urge reform, emphasizing economic benefits and a shifting cultural landscape.
