David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor
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The Beggining Of The End Of Cannabis Prohibition
The federal government is moving toward “rescheduling” cannabis to recognize its medicinal use. That’s not far enough — but it’s a major step forward. By Paul Armentano | May 8, 2024 The Roosevelt Island Daily News For the first time in its…
The Science Is Clear Now: Marijuana Is Safer Than Tobacco
A mounting body of evidence finds the risks associated with cannabis smoke and tobacco smoke are far from equal. By Paul Armentano | September 27, 2023 Nearly twice as many Americans believe that smoking cigarettes is more hazardous to your health than smoking marijuana….
New York cracks down on unlicensed pot shops
(The Center Square) — New York’s pot cops are seizing cannabis products and shutting down unlicensed storefronts as part of a statewide crackdown on illegal dispensaries. Over the past week, the state Office of Cannabis Management and Department of Taxation…
The Drug War’s Dark Origins
When you hear why politicians wanted to ban marijuana in the first place, you’ll understand why our century of prohibition can’t end soon enough. By Paul Armentano | May 3, 2023 Opponents of cannabis legalization frequently decry what they call a “rapid…
Marijuana — Weed — Is Legal Now, But There Are Limits
Yes, weed is legal now in New York City, but it’s still not always welcome. There’s the smell, for starters, and the never ending threat of whimsy.
David Stone
Founder & Euro Editor