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The Case For Cannabis: Ep. 3 - Codifying Racism: The US 1937 Marihuana Tax Act
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A Vague Knowledge of Everything by Rosemary Cusson-O'Brien and Hope Collins
Episode notes
In this episode, we discuss the early use of cannabis in the US and the overt racism that led to its prohibition. Its a pretty wild ride, and Harry Anslinger is at wheel. Join us for a dive into the origins of the United States' embarrassing and anti-factual stance on cannabis.
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medical marijuanamarijuanacannabisweedlegalizationrecreational cannabishempharry anslinger1937 marihuana tax actpot