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Societal structures cast long shadows and cultural chauvinism infiltrates all sectors of society and business. The cannabis industry, once seemingly a paragon of modern inclusivity, has regrettably reflected traditional patriarchal imbalances as well, relegating women to the margins. Such skewed representation necessitates an unyielding commitment to raising awareness and instigating tangible change. It underscores the

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The regulated marijuana market in Minnesota is expected to grow to more than $1.5 billion per year by 2029, according to a projection from a leading cannabis law firm. As the market matures, Minnesota cannabis businesses are projected to serve nearly 700,000 adult-use cannabis customers and medical marijuana patients across the state.  At a recent

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On the heels of his state’s landmark new law that legalizes psychedelic drugs, the governor of Colorado wants to go even further.  Jared Polis, the Democrat who was elected to his second term as the state’s governor last year, said Wednesday that he wants Colorado lawmakers to empower him with the ability to issue pardons

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Leaders in three state parliaments in Australia—Victoria, NSW, and Western Australia—introduced draft laws simultaneously on June 20 to push for adult-use cannabis.  Cannabis remains illegal under federal law in Australia, though a growing number of city and state governments have legalized recreational cannabis use, thus creating a checkerboard of cannabis laws. Sound familiar to what

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On June 20, the Senate in Colombia officially rejected a measure that would have allowed recreational cannabis sales. With a 43 to 47 vote, the bill failed to pass with the necessary 54 votes that would have enabled it to pass through its eighth and final debate. According to Sen. Juan Carlos Losada, the progress