For those readers like us, who have been awaiting what equity would look like in a Connecticut cannabis industry, the wait is over. It is unethical to make money legally off a substance that historically was used to police POC and not assist those communities adversely affected by the War on Drugs and before. Equity and expungement go hand in hand but are not the same. … [Read more...] about Connecticut Cannabis Equity
Advocacy
Connecticut NORML Sparks the Conversation
The Need for Change This past weekend Connecticut NORML was present at the 44th Milford Oyster Festival advocating for the reform of cannabis laws here in our state. The Milford Oyster Festival is the largest one-day festival in Connecticut drawing 50,000 people every year to this family-oriented event. Located in down-town Milford, CT, its main purpose is to promote … [Read more...] about Connecticut NORML Sparks the Conversation
Rally For A Vote – Hartford, Connecticut
Rally For A Vote Last Sunday, Local advocates throughout the state came together to support the “Rally For A Vote” on Adult-Consumption. As you have all heard by now, a recent study performed at Sacred Heart University, reported 71% of Connecticut Residents support Legalize Adult-Consumption of Cannabis. Even with the threat of inclement weather, you would not expect these … [Read more...] about Rally For A Vote – Hartford, Connecticut
Please Keep the Calls Going!
Connecticut Needs Your Help...Keep the Calls To Your CT Legislators Going! We need all the help we can get. Do you support legalization of adult-use of cannabis? Support grow rights? Give Connecticut residents the right to choose! Please speak up! - Dabbin Dad Click Here: Ask legislative leaders to call a vote on legalization How does Click to … [Read more...] about Please Keep the Calls Going!
CT Cannabis Conference
Connecticut's First Cannabis Conference I'm excited to share that I will be speaking with great group panel on Community Building, Organizing & Advocacy at the first CT Cannabis Conference this Saturday May 5th in New Haven at the Omni. It is a true privilege to have the opportunity to be amongst other standout cannabis advocates to discuss how you too can help … [Read more...] about CT Cannabis Conference
Weekend News Recap
Weekend News Recap Here are some news articles you might have missed over the weekend. There is a lot going on in the cannabis-focused world. We need to look outside the state to ensure we stay ahead of the game to push legalization here in Connecticut. It would appear our legislators are not educating themselves. Let's normalize cannabis, it's ok to talk about … [Read more...] about Weekend News Recap
7 Things You Can Do To Help Legalize Marijuana
Here are 7 simple things you can do to help in legalizing cannabis. The simple actions you take will have a larger impact than you will think. It truly is the small things in life. Who will we see stand up for the change we all agree needs to happen? Are you looking for like-minded people to discuss the cannabis legalization process in Connecticut? Check out Connecticut … [Read more...] about 7 Things You Can Do To Help Legalize Marijuana