Say Cannabis, Not Marijuana: The Racist History Behind Mother Mary and Her "Huana"
Why should we stop using the term "marijuana"? The word has a centuries-deep history rooted in racist practices and misinformation. Instead, call it cannabis.
Racial Politics
Honeysuckle's hard-hitting reporting and dissection of key issues and topics affecting society today, including but not limited to incarceration, reproductive rights, feminism, healthcare, housing, economic, class, socioeconomic disparities, disability, mental illness etc.
Shawanna E. Vaughn For New York State Assembly, 70th District: From Prison to Forbes to Politics
Shawanna E. Vaughn, founder of the nonprofit Silent Cry, is a first-time candidate for the New York State Assembly's 70th District (Harlem). But her lifelong experience with systemic inequities allows her to focus on the most important community needs.
Regenerative Cannabis Live: United Nations Hosts First Conference Aligning Cannabis Industry and Sustainable Development Goals
The United Nations hosted Regenerative Cannabis Live, the first conference in history to align the cannabis industry with international Sustainable Development Goals (SDG).
Georgia's Crooked Judicial System Could Jeopardize Matthew Baker's Case
The latest updates in the case of Matthew Baker, the only Black suspect in the McDonough, Georgia "Bonfire Killings," show that the state's systemic racism could jeopardize Baker's right to a fair trial despite evidence for his innocence.
Movements For Movements: Making Positive Waves For Change
Dancer Quentin Robinson founded the nonprofit Movements 4 Movements to create social impact through the power of movement; from working with veterans to refugees to children's groups, Robinson and his crew are moving the world.
Redman's On A Mission From God With The National Cannabis Party
Rapper Redman is redefining equity and cannabis legalization policy through the National Cannabis Party, co-founded in 2021 with Sephida Artis-Mills. What's next for him in politics, art and more?
Gary Chambers' Senate Campaign in Louisiana Stirs the Pot: Candidate for Congress Is Pro-Cannabis, Anti-Gerrymandering
Gary Chambers went viral with his Senate campaign ads when he smoked a blunt and burned the Confederate flag. Now the Congress hopeful from Louisiana is gaining more ground among the cannabis community. Can he win in 2022?
New York Cannabis News: City and State Government Officials Embrace Industry, Focus on Equity and Community Reinvestment
As New York honors 420 (National Cannabis Day), city and state government officials are committing to a viable cannabis industry. Here's the news from the National Cannabis Party's Cannabis Community Reinvestment Act to the first Adult-Use Conditional Cultivator Licenses and more.
New Young Money Artists to Watch in 2022
Founded by Lil Wayne, Young Money is one of the most important labels in hip hop. The Mula Gang is known for being a family. Meet the newest additions: Five Young Money artists to watch in 2022!
The No-Knock Warrant and Police Brutality: A Never-Ending Story?
Police officers fatally shot Amir Locke [https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2022/02/15/amir-locke-police-shooting-explainer/...
Coded Bias Documentary on Netflix
First premiering at the Sundance Film Festival to critical acclaim in January 2020, Coded Bias...
I Can Relate: An Op-ed by Shawanna Vaughn: A Harlem Resident Running For for New York State Assembly, 70th District
Shawanna Vaughn is a new contender for New York State Assembly's 70th District. But she can relate to the Harlem community - here's why the people should vote for her to represent them in office.
Jessica Jackson of REFORM Alliance on Prison, Parole and Systemic Failure: "Hurt People Hurt People"
Jessica Jackson, Chief Advocacy Officer of REFORM Alliance and a co-creator of the 2018 First Step Act, is working to change our nation's failures within the prison and parole systems.
Black Celebrities And Cannabis: A History of Black Stoner Celebrities and Owners Of Celebrity Weed Brands
Black Celebrities and Cannabis Prohibition: A Brief History The prohibition of cannabis set a dangerous...
Black Cannabis Insiders & Regulators: Celebrating Black Ownership
This list of cannabis industry insiders is by no means a complete rundown of all...
