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Bad Science, Political Raids, and the Setup Behind SB 3

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WARNING: THE REPORT DAN PATRICK DOESN’T  WANT YOU TO SEE! In Texas, we’ve seen this before: a political agenda dressed up as public safety, a compliant bureaucracy, and the weaponization of bad science to justify bad law. But this time, it’s not marijuana. It’s legal hemp—and the state’s own fore…
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Texas Smoke Shop Owners React to New THC Legislation

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  Lifestyle, Cannabis, Cannabis Law Austin, TX – State legislators are considering a  ban of the sale of all consumable hemp products, leaving the cannabis industry and cannabis advocates in the State of Texas in an uproar. New cannabis legislation threatens to dismantle a $5.5 Billion…
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Cheech & Chong: Icons of Stoner Culture

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  Cheech & Chong: Icons of Stoner Culture. Spotlighted in Blazed Magazine’s May/June 2025 Issue   The May/June 2025 edition of Blazed Magazine pays homage to the legendary comedic duo Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong, featuring cover art inspired by their latest cinematic venture,…
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Cannabis Pioneer ‘The Soil King’ Praises Texans for Passionate Fight Against Hemp Ban

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Patrick King, known professionally as The Soil King, made a name for himself in Northern California’s Emerald Triangle — the largest cannabis-producing region in the United States. He was part of the “215 Movement” in 1996, which legalized medical cannabis in California and paved the way for the …
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SB3 to be heard in Texas House State Affairs Committee

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Monday morning at 8am the Texas House State Affairs Committee will begin, and will include SB3 on their agenda for the day along with HB 28. This does not mean that the committee will hear the bill the first thing in the morning. It is possible that other bills may be added and heard first [&hell…
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For Immediate Release: CRAFT Leads the Way in Hemp Compliance as SB 3 Threatens Industry

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As the Texas Legislature debates SB 3—a bill that would ban all THC products—responsible hemp retailers across the state are stepping up to protect their businesses, their customers, and their communities. For the past 18 months, Texas hemp industry advocates, business owners, policy and legal ex…
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Ricky Williams Joins SB3 Fight

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Will $475,000 Campaign Help Bring a 4th Quarter Win? Former Longhorn and Heisman winner Ricky Williams hopes to sway Texas lawmakers on cannabis legislation. He co-founded Project Champion with former NFL athletes Jim McMahon and Kyle Turley. Together, the trio hopes to use their influence — and …
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Adam Reposa & Plant Politics in Texas — an Exposé: Watch Now

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Adam Reposa thinks it’s high time for a ‘Me Too’ movement in cannabis. Do you? “Adam Reposa, His Side Hustle & Hypocrisy in The Hater Dome” is now available on YouTube. The hour-long exposé uncovers layers of absurdities surrounding cannabis politics in The Lone Star State.  The story c…
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SB 3 on Senate Intent Calendar

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SB 3 is on the Texas Senate Intent Calendar for tomorrow, meaning it is eligible for debate and a vote, but that doesn’t guarantee it will be taken up. The Senate convenes at 11 a.m., and the agenda is expected to be full, with multiple bills prioritized for consideration. Notably, SB 3 is one of…
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Whitney: Economic Impact of the Texas Hemp Industry

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Total Market Value: The Texas hemp-derived cannabinoid industry generates $5.5 billion annually. • Retail Sales: The retail sector alone contributes $4.3 billion in revenue. • Overall Economic Impact: The industry supports $10.2 billion in total economic activity. • Tax Contributions: Hemp-derive…
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A History of Marijuana Prohibition Fueled by Fear and Prejudice

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In the early 20th century, a new moral crusade took root in Texas against a little-known intoxicant: marijuana. Local headlines warned of a “native Mexican herb which causes the smoker to crave murder” . Preachers, politicians, and press alike painted cannabis as a menace lurking in immigrant com…
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Texas Hemp: True Economic Numbers

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“Who are you going to believe, me or your own lying eyes?” — Groucho Marx, noted comedian and cigar enthusiast This week’s release of the Whitney Economics study on the Texas Hemp Industry should have been an eye-opener—at least for anyone willing to acknowledge reality. The more I review the num…
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Top Ten Prohibitionist Lies

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The March 3 hearing showcased the best anti-THC talking points from the 1970’s, 80’s and beyond. Like a hit parade of bogus tunes, here’s the Top Ten Prohibitionist Lies 1. “Marijuana is a Gateway Drug” • Falsehood: Using marijuana leads people to use harder drugs like heroin or meth. • Reality: …
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Americans Get Political News from Podcasters

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The media landscape in America is undergoing a seismic shift. Traditional cable TV, once the dominant source of political news, is losing its grip as Americans increasingly turn to YouTube for information and analysis. This transformation is fueled by the platform’s accessibility, diversity…
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From Event 201 to the Bird Flu Summit 2024:

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Exploring the Possibility of History Repeating Itself In October 2024, global health leaders, policymakers, and private sector representatives convened in Washington, D.C., for the Bird Flu Pandemic Preparedness Summit. This event, focused on addressing the growing risk of avian influenza, bore s…
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From Magic Tricks to Global Smoke Circles: How Josh Kesselman Built the RAW Empire

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Inside the sprawling halls of MJBizCon 2024, amid the neon-lit booths and the endless hum of conversations about cannabis futures, you’ll find a man in a jacket that sparkles like a Vegas marquee. He’s wearing Balenciaga sneakers, sportin’ a diamond-encrusted watch and carrying himself like a roc…
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Un-Happy Halloween!! Who's Your Favorite Prophet? —with Joshua O'Brien
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Funerals, Weather Manipulation and the Full Armor of God —Episode…
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Let's talk strange funeral requests, the "completely natural" Hurricane Milton, […]

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Bongino Promises Epstein Video to Prove 'No One Was There…

Bongino Promises Epstein Video to Prove 'No One Was There But […]

FLASHBACK: Jail CCTV erased by 'technical errors'…

FLASHBACK: Jail CCTV erased by 'technical errors'… (Top headline, 2nd story, […]

Dan cries to FOX about how much he hates new…

Dan cries to FOX about how much he hates new job: […]

RT

Serbian firms secretly delivering ammunition to Ukraine – Russian spy…
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Serbian firms secretly delivering ammunition to Ukraine – Russian spy agency

Serbian weapons companies are supplying Ukraine with ammunition, the Russian […]

France approves right-to-die law
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France approves right-to-die law

France’s lower house of parliament has passed a bill to […]

UK to step up cyberattacks on Russia and China –…
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UK to step up cyberattacks on Russia and China – minister

Defense Secretary John Healey has said London will increase hacking […]

Cannabis Industry Journal

STIIIZY Expands by Opening 44th Retail Store
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The STIIIZY Hawthorne grand opening marks the company’s ninth retail […]

Positioning Cannabis Companies for Success in 2025: Navigating Risks and…
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The cannabis sector faces a multifaceted landscape marked by economic […]

Wynk Expands into Florida, Bringing its Buzzy Hemp-Derived THC Seltzer…
– Rick Biros

With a growing national presence, Wynk continues to lead the […]

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