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PTSD, Veterans and Suicide: Action Is Needed and Cannabis Helps

PTSD, Veterans and Suicide: Action Is Needed and Cannabis Helps

Though PTSD is a qualifying condition for medical marijuana in 30 state, federal law denies it to veterans who rely on the Veterans Administration for treatment.
Javier Hasse and Alex Oleinic | 9 min read
The One Thing the Typical Politician Does Far Better Than the Typical Entrepreneur

The One Thing the Typical Politician Does Far Better Than the Typical Entrepreneur

A little known secret outside the D.C. Beltway is that Congress is primarily run by 25-to-35-year-old congressional staffers.
Brian Jones | 4 min read
Cannabis Banking Bill Wins Approval in Crucial House Committee

Cannabis Banking Bill Wins Approval in Crucial House Committee

The fate of the SAFE Banking Act is far from certain but there is progress to celebrate.
Jeffrey L. Smith | 4 min read
New Poll Finds Highest Support Ever for Weed Legalization

New Poll Finds Highest Support Ever for Weed Legalization

A majority of Republican voters favor legal marijuana. Sadly, a majority of Republicans in Congress remain opposed.
dispensaries.com | 3 min read
Net Neutrality: Will Congress Save Internet Freedom?

Net Neutrality: Will Congress Save Internet Freedom?

The Save the Internet Act could help win the net neutrality battle, even if it doesn't pass.
Peter Banerjea | 7 min read

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The Biggest Revelations and Strangest Moments From Mark Zuckerberg's Congressional Testimony
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