Oregon Measure 119 and the AFL-CIO: How Labor Peace Agreements Are Reshaping the Cannabis Industry
Oregon’s Measure 119, backed by the AFL-CIO, is setting new standards in cannabis through enforceable labor peace agreements. Oregon’s recently passed Measure 119 didn’t just check a box for cannabis legislation—it cracked open a door that’s long been sealed shut for workers on the fringes of organized labor. In a win for worker protections and […]
Cannabis Deportation: Ma Yang’s Exile Highlights America’s Contradictory Immigration and Drug Policies
Ma Yang, a Milwaukee woman with lifelong ties to America, now finds herself in a country she’s never known – deported to Laos over a marijuana conviction despite having lived in the United States since infancy. Her case illuminates the devastating intersection of America’s cannabis policies and immigration enforcement, creating a humanitarian crisis that advocates […]
New Mexico Medical Psilocybin Act and the Future of Psychedelic Therapy
New Mexico’s Medical Psilocybin Act aims to establish a regulated framework for psilocybin therapy, offering a promising alternative for treating mental health conditions like PTSD and depression. Psilocybin, a naturally occurring psychedelic found in certain mushrooms, has been used in spiritual and medicinal practices for centuries. Indigenous cultures across Mesoamerica and beyond have long revered […]
The NCI Memo and the Suppression of Cannabis Research
Federal restrictions on cannabis research, highlighted by the NCI memo, threaten scientific progress and patient access to vital treatments, underscoring the urgent need for policy reform. A newly leaked memo from the National Cancer Institute (NCI) has ignited controversy within the scientific and medical communities, raising concerns about federal constraints on cannabis research. The directive, […]
Oprah Winfrey on the Rise of Psychedelic Therapy: From Media Spotlight to Cultural Transformation
Oprah Winfrey’s exploration of psychedelic therapy highlights its growing mainstream acceptance, balancing its therapeutic potential with concerns over regulation, safety, and ethical integration into mental health care. Oprah Winfrey has long been a cultural barometer, bringing complex and often controversial topics into mainstream discourse. Her recent discussion on psychedelic therapy with Michael Pollan signals a […]
Trap Culture Merch: New Look, Same Heat – Just in Time for Summer
Trap Culture’s merch store just got a full remodel, making it easier than ever to shop exclusive summer-ready gear—get the latest drops before they’re gone. Trap Culture isn’t just an epic team of grade-A stoners who provide the most immersive and memorable experiences—it’s a movement. The music, the energy, the smoke-filled air thick with celebration—it’s […]
Trump’s Drug Policy: Capital Punishment and Contradictions in Reform
Trump’s drug policy blends extreme punitive measures like the death penalty for drug dealers with selective reform efforts, creating a landscape of contradictions and controversy. Donald Trump’s return to the White House has reignited debates over his drug policy, which blends harsh enforcement, selective reform, and contradictions that often leave both critics and supporters questioning […]
California Hemp Industry Fears a Crisis of Contamination and Regulation in 2025
California hemp market is under scrutiny as mislabeled, untested, and intoxicating products raise public health concerns, fueling legal battles over industry regulations. The California hemp industry has flourished in recent years, bolstered by the popularity of CBD, alternative wellness trends, and the rapidly expanding market for hemp-derived cannabinoids. However, beneath the surface of this economic […]
Switzerland Cannabis Legalization: A Model for Responsible Reform
Switzerland is advancing cannabis legalization with a nonprofit model, prioritizing public health, state-regulated sales, and harm reduction initiatives. Switzerland, long known for its meticulous governance and pragmatic policymaking, is taking a deliberate and methodical approach to cannabis legalization. While much of the global discussion on cannabis reform has been driven by high-profile cases like Canada’s […]
Minnesota Cannabis Market and Tribal Sovereignty: A New Era of Opportunity
Minnesota’s cannabis market is evolving with tribal cannabis enterprises leading the way, leveraging sovereignty for early market dominance, economic empowerment, and a unique legalization model. Minnesota’s entry into adult-use cannabis market is more than just another state joining the ranks of those that have embraced cannabis reform. It represents a pivotal moment in drug policy, […]
Marc Fogel Returns Home After Russian Imprisonment As Political Puzzle Unfolds
Marc Fogel returns home after years in a Russian prison, raising questions about the U.S. government’s delayed response and the politics behind his exclusion from earlier swaps. Marc Fogel, an American teacher sentenced to 14 years in a Russian penal colony for possessing medical marijuana, has finally been released. Early this morning, he landed back […]
Celebrate Valentine’s Day the Trap Culture Way: Redefine Romance with a Cannabis Bouquet
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a GreenPharms cannabis bouquet—the perfect blend of elegance, connection, and elevated vibes. Valentine’s Day is here, and Trap Culture is where love meets authenticity. This isn’t the year for tired traditions. Roses may be pretty, but they don’t light up your night—or your vibe—the way GreenPharms’ cannabis bouquets do. This one-of-a-kind […]