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Cannabis legalization was sold as the end of the illicit market. Instead, stacked taxes, licensing limits, and local bans created price gaps that allowed underground sales to survive. From California’s cultivation tax to Illinois pricing and Michigan’s price compression, this installment of Cannabis Lie examines how policy design, not the plant, determines who wins and who stays in the shadows.
Cannabis use rates are similar across races, but arrests are not. Black Americans are still arrested for marijuana possession at several times the rate of white Americans, even as legalization spreads. This investigation breaks down the data, the role of possession-only enforcement, and why legalization without repair keeps old lines firmly in place.
From Texas to Germany, cannabis legalization laws are riddled with loopholes that keep prohibition alive. Learn how possession limits, local bans, and vague enforcement terms undermine access, protect corporate weed, and fuel the black market. This guide exposes the red flags so you can spot fake legalization before it takes root.
From the UK’s gummy bear hysteria to Illinois breaking expungement records, this week’s cannabis chaos hits every note. Texas expands and vetoes, Thailand reverses reform, and Chicago bans smell-based car searches. Reefer Report Card returns with a global pulse check on weed policy, culture, and absurdity. Nothing escapes the gradebook.
The relationship between medical marijuana use and employment rights is complex, with varying protections across regions. In the U.S., states like California, New York, and Connecticut offer significant protections, while others like Louisiana and Florida do not. Internationally, while Canada has reasonable accommodations, European countries provide inconsistent support. Employees must understand local laws to navigate this landscape effectively.
The Illinois Supreme Court has ruled that the smell of raw cannabis gives police probable cause to search your car. What does this mean for cannabis users? Let’s break it down
