Pot Industry Frets, Then Shrugs Off Sessions’ New Policy

PAUL ELIAS / The Associated Press Jan 6, 2018 Long-term marijuana purveyors see the attorney general's move to end a federal "hands-off" policy as a bump in the road to proving their legitimacy. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

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Why Jeff Sessions’ War on Marijuana Is a Futile Pursuit

Phillip Smith / AlterNet Jan 5, 2018 The attorney general's rescinding of Obama-era "hands-off" guidance to federal prosecutors is sending shock waves through the marijuana industry, but its impact is likely to be limited. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

U.S. to End Policy That Let Legal Pot Flourish

SADIE GURMAN / The Associated Press Jan 4, 2018 The move by Attorney General Jeff Sessions is likely to add to confusion over whether it’s OK to grow, buy or use marijuana in states where it is legal, since long-standing federal law prohibits it. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Thousands Serving Long Sentences in an Era of Pot Liberalization

Tana Ganeva / AlterNet Oct 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 )

Trump Casts Cloud Over Cannabis, but Money Keeps Pouring In

By Jennifer Kaplan / Bloomberg Jun 1, 2017 For cannabis financiers, the industry's growth potential outshines the political risk. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

Louisiana Supreme Court Chief Justice Blasts 18-Year Marijuana Prison Sentence

Staff / Truthdig May 7, 2017 In a stinging dissent, Bernette Johnson calls her colleagues' decision to uphold the verdict “outrageous” and “ridiculous.” Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )

John Oliver Explains Just How Complicated and Ridiculous Marijuana Laws Are (Video)

Natasha Hakimi Zapata / Truthdig Apr 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 )

Why Flip Burgers When You Can Sling Weed?

By Philip Smith / AlterNet Apr 3, 2017 Colorado's legal marijuana industry is providing more options for young workers, but it has created hiring challenges for Denver restaurant owners. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

Willie Nelson: A Long Story From Franklin Roosevelt to Donald Trump

Alexander Reed Kelly / Truthdig Jan 20, 2017 In part one of a two-part conversation at his home in Hawaii, the musician tells Truthdig’s editor in chief that his upbringing during the Depression was an ideal childhood. Dig deeper ( 24 Min. Read )

The Six Biggest Drug Stories of 2016

By Phillip Smith / AlterNet Dec 21, 2016 The future for legal pot and drug reform is very much in doubt. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )

What’s on Your Ballot? Truthdig’s Voter Guide

Truthdig staff / Truthdig Nov 6, 2016 Choosing the next president isn’t the only important decision the American electorate has to make in the 2016 election. In this article members of the Truthdig team share their opinions on other key issues. Dig deeper ( 12 Min. Read )