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Cannabis and Black History: A Complex and Controversial Connection

Peninsula Alternative Health

Cannabis has a long and complex history, with roots stretching back thousands of years. In many cultures, the herb has been revered for its medicinal and therapeutic properties, and its use has been woven into the fabric of society. As part of this history, cannabis has had profound impacts on the African American community.

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From Reefer Madness to Green Delights: The Colorful History of Cannabis Delivery in NYC

Otherside Farms

One such boundary that has evolved over time is the perception and accessibility of cannabis. From the days of prohibition to the present era of legalization, the history of cannabis delivery in NYC is a captivating journey that reflects changing attitudes and laws surrounding this ancient plant.

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Indigenous Arizona Church Permitted To Use Ayahuasca After DEA Settlement

Veriheal

Also, this is the first time in history a church’s right to import and share its sacrament has been secured without going to trial. legal system by recognizing the CEC as a bona fide religious organization,” the church wrote in a statement. This settlement affirms legitimacy of Indigenous spiritual traditions within the U.S.

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Cannabis and Black History: A Complex and Controversial Connection

Peninsula Alternative Health

Cannabis has a long and complex history, with roots stretching back thousands of years. In many cultures, the herb has been revered for its medicinal and therapeutic properties, and its use has been woven into the fabric of society. As part of this history, cannabis has had profound impacts on the African American community.

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Honoring The Many Women in Cannabis Throughout History

Veriheal

Throughout history, there are connections between cannabis and women of various sorts. It was then that a German composer, philosopher, and Christian mystic by the name of Hildegard of Bingen wrote two volumes on herbal medicine, making records of her growth of hemp within her own garden. Historical Accounts of Women in Cannabis .

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North Carolina Cherokee Indians Are Opening The State’s First Dispensary

Veriheal

Cannabis is not legal in North Carolina for medicinal or recreational purposes yet, but one group has their own rules–the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI). aims to provide patients with safe and regulated access to medicinal cannabis products,” Qualla Enterprises wrote in their official press release.

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The Bahamas’ Cannabis Legalization Bill for Medical and Religious Use

Veriheal

In 2018, the leaders of 19 Caribbean nations decided that they would “review marijuana’s current status with a view to reclassification” The leaders emphasized the importance of these cannabis legalization bills as a tool for social justice and economic gain. Recently, The Bahamas’ made good on that 2018 promise.