Jan. 21, 1970 - Timothy Leary Sentenced to 10 Years for Two Roaches
It was on this day in 1970 that acid guru Timothy Leary was sentenced to 10 years in prison for possession of just two roaches.
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HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVES
Editorial contributions from prominent voices in the cannabis community on various topics related to cannabis history.
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Bobby Black
Jan 14, 20211 min read
Jan. 14, 1981 - Brownie Mary's Home is Raided
It was on this day in 1981 that the home of Mary Jane Rathbun—a.k.a. Brownie Mary—was raided by the San Francisco police.
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Bobby Black
Jan 3, 20211 min read
Jan. 3, 1966 - The Psychedelic Shop Opens on Haight Street
This Day in Cannabis History: Jan. 3, 1966 — The Psychedelic Shop Opens on Haight St.
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Bobby Black
Dec 27, 20209 min read
REVERENCE FOR THE REVEREND
OG Eddy Lepp is a medical marijuana pioneer and P.O.W. whose courage and compassion have cemented his place in cannabis history.
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Bobby Black
Dec 13, 20201 min read
Dec. 13, 1964 - Single Convention on Narcotics Comes Into Force
This Day in Cannabis History: Dec. 13, 1964 — The UN's Single Convention on Narcotics goes Into Effect
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Bobby Black
Dec 10, 20201 min read
Dec. 10, 1971 - John Sinclair Freedom Rally
This Day in Cannabis History: Dec. 10, 1971 — The "Free John Sinclair Rally" is held in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
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Bobby Black
Nov 19, 20201 min read
Pat Ryan Cancer Fundraiser
Legendary counterculture artist Pat Ryan needs our help.
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Bobby Black
Nov 5, 20202 min read
Nov. 5, 1996 - Proposition 215 is Passed
This Day in Cannabis History: Nov. 5, 1996 — Prop 215 is Passed.
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Bobby Black
Nov 4, 20201 min read
MAKING HISTORY: Five States Vote to Legalize Cannabis
Arizona, Mississippi, Montana, New Jersey & South Dakota Vote to Legalize Cannabis
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