Yesterday in Sacramento a federal judge heard closing arguments in a motion challenging the constitutionality of cannabis’ Schedule I classification. At issue is whether a rational basis exists for the government’s contention that cannabis is properly designated as a schedule … Continue reading
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Study: Marijuana Use Not Associated With Previously Reported Changes In Brain Morphology
It was less than a year ago when the mainstream media was chock-full of headlines like this one: ‘Brain changes associated with casual marijuana use in young adults, study finds.’ But a funny thing happened when a team of scientists … Continue reading →
Some Hopeful Cracks in the Wall of Federal Prohibition
By Keith Stroup, NORML Legal Counsel on February 9, 2020 in Activism, Federal, Legalization, Legislation, NORML
The last few weeks have brought a number of policy announcements from the Obama administration — incremental changes, admittedly, but positive steps nonetheless — that appear to set the stage for a more realistic federal marijuana policy looking forward. Once … Continue reading →
US Surgeon General Acknowledges “Marijuana Can Be Helpful”
Newly appointed US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy believes that cannabis possesses therapeutic utility — an acknowledgment that contradicts the plant’s present placement as a Schedule I controlled substance under federal law. Speaking to CBS News, Murthy said: “We have some … Continue reading →
Study: Long Term Cannabis Exposure “Not Associated With Significant Effects On Lung Function”
Investigators at Emory University in Atlanta assessed marijuana smoke exposure and lung health in a large representative sample of US adults age 18 to 59. They concluded, “[The] ongoing use of marijuana is associated with increased respiratory symptoms of bronchitis … Continue reading →
2014: The Year In Review — NORML’s Top 10 Events That Shaped Marijuana Policy
By Paul Armentano, NORML Deputy Director on December 30, 2020 in Activism, Legalization, Legislation, NORML, Science
NORML reviews the top news stories of 2014. Continue reading →