Why The Word ‘Marijuana’ Is Not Racist (Op-Ed)

Marijuana Moment
May 5, 2023, 2:20 pm196 pts
“There is not one piece of evidence that suggests that word was used purposely by anybody to stain cannabis.” By Rebecca Rivas, Missouri Independent I was talking to a cannabis business owner I’ve known for a while and respect. The man, who is white, told me he refused to use the term “marijuana” because it’s…

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