Phillip Smith / AlterNetJan 7, 2018
The attorney general's announcement about freeing federal prosecutors to go after marijuana operations in states where it is legal has provoked strong bipartisan opposition. Dig deeper ( 6 Min. Read )
Tana Ganeva / AlterNetOct 28, 2017
Widening legalization of marijuana possession is no help to many convicts. One Louisiana prisoner has been locked up since 2008 because of a $20 deal. Dig deeper ( 7 Min. Read )
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Natasha Hakimi Zapata / TruthdigApr 3, 2017
The "Last Week Tonight" host delves into the often contradictory regulations that make legally buying and selling weed a huge headache. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )
By Desirae Hoover / AlterNetSep 12, 2016
In a world where alcohol and tobacco remain legal, it’s just illogical that cannabis -- with its many benefits -- is still illegal Furthermore, legalizing it could ease some of the US' social, economic and even foreign problemsIn a world where alcohol and tobacco remain legal, it’s just illogical that cannabis—with its many benefits—is still illegal. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )
Staff / TruthdigJun 1, 2016
A new administration hostile to marijuana and a memo from the Justice Department could crash the pot movement. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )
Natasha Hakimi Zapata / TruthdigJan 18, 2015
The Uruguayan president, who will leave office soon, has an offbeat but sincere approach that has won the hearts of his people and the respect of foreigners. Dig deeper ( 6 Min. Read )
Natasha Hakimi Zapata / TruthdigNov 20, 2014
Don't worry -- this incredibly hilarious video was filmed in the state of Washington, where recreational use of marijuana is legal. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )
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