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Book Synopsis: In November 2012, voters in Colorado and Washington passed landmark measures to legalize the production and sale of cannabis for social use--a first not only in the United States but also the world. Medical cannabis is now legal in twenty states and Washington, D.C., and more than one million Americans have turned to it in place of conventional pharmaceuticals. Yet the federal government refuses to acknowledge these broader societal shifts and continues to raid and arrest people: 49.5 percent of all drug-related arrests involve the sale, manufacture, or possession of cannabis. In the first book to explore the new landscape of cannabis in the United States, investigative journalists Alyson Martin and Nushin Rashidian present a deeply researched, insightful story of how recent developments tie into cannabis's complex history and thorny politics. Reporting from nearly every state with a medical cannabis law, Martin and Rashidian enliven their book with in-depth interviews with patients, growers, doctors, entrepreneurs, politicians, activists, and regulators. They whisk readers from the federal cannabis farm at the University of Mississippi to the headquarters of the ACLU to Oregon's "World Famous Cannabis Café." They present an expert analysis of how recent milestones toward legalization will affect the war on drugs both domestically and internationally. The result is an unprecedented and lucid account of how legalization is manifesting itself in the lives of millions. A New Leaf offers an essential guide for anyone who wants to understand the far-ranging implications of this rapidly changing drug landscape.anewleafbook.com Read more
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Are you curious about the changing landscape of cannabis in the United States? Look no further than "A New Leaf: The End of Cannabis Prohibition." This groundbreaking book explores the historic legalization of cannabis for social use in Colorado and Washington, and its subsequent impact on the nation. With medical cannabis now legal in twenty states and Washington, D.C., it's clear that conventional pharmaceuticals are being replaced by this natural alternative.
Despite these societal shifts, the federal government refuses to acknowledge the benefits of cannabis. In fact, nearly half of all drug-related arrests involve cannabis. "A New Leaf" delves into the complex history and politics surrounding cannabis, shedding light on the reasons behind these discrepancies. Authors Alyson Martin and Nushin Rashidian take readers on a journey across the country, reporting from various states with medical cannabis laws.
What sets this book apart is the authors' extensive research and in-depth interviews with patients, doctors, growers, politicians, and activists. From the federal cannabis farm at the University of Mississippi to Oregon's "World Famous Cannabis Café," Martin and Rashidian uncover the real stories behind the headlines. They also provide expert analysis on how recent milestones toward legalization will impact both domestic and international efforts in the war on drugs.
"A New Leaf" is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking a comprehensive understanding of the rapidly changing drug landscape. Whether you're a curious individual, a medical professional, or an advocate for drug policy reform, this book offers an essential guide. Don't miss out on this unprecedented and lucid account of cannabis legalization - visit anewleafbook.com to order your copy today.
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