All posts byJen Hobbs
Jen Hobbs has worked behind-the-scenes with Governor Jesse Ventura since 2007. She’s a spirited advocate of searching for the truth, no matter where it leads. When it comes to matters of government, politics, and current events, she abhors the mainstream media’s predictable left/right bias. She enjoys conversations that challenge opinions and debate the issues without O’Reilly-style theatrics. However, she’s not opposed to rabble-rousing those who take themselves too seriously (all in good fun).
Nike Brings Back Hemp Sneaker for 4/20
As American farmers battle the DEA for the right to grow hemp, Nike plans to release a sneaker made from the banned plant.
Nearly 6 Million Americans Are Denied The Right To Vote
In all but two states, citizens convicted of a felony are barred from voting for some period of time. While many states restore voting rights to individuals automatically after they exit jail or prison, others permanently disenfranchise people with a past felony conviction or require they petition the government to have their right restored.
Report: CBD in Marijuana Can Heal Fractured, Broken Bones
Recently, researchers in Israel found that cannabidiol (CBD)– an element of marijuana that does not get people high – improved the healing process in rats with broken leg bones after eight weeks.
Obama Administration to SCOTUS: Reject Marijuana Lawsuit
In an interesting turn of events, the Federal government (those are the guys who classify marijuana as a scheduled 1 narcotic, therefore making it illegal nationwide) has sided with Colorado on upholding its marijuana laws, and against the two neighboring states that want the laws overturned.
Mexico Says "Sí" to Weed Legalization
Cops Fight Back on Mandatory Drug Screenings
Cops are happy to enforce the rules, but they’re also under the impression that rules don’t apply to them. You can’t drink and drive. You can’t do drugs at work. So why are police officers fighting against being drug and alcohol tested if they have nothing to hide?
Someone Wants the Muppets Banned from Kindergarten
Wisconsin school board member wants to ban the Muppets book 'For Every Child, a Better World' from the kindergarten curriculum.
Will GA Voters Classify Medical Marijuana as Agriculture?
According to Georgians for Freedom in Health Care, an overwhelming majority of Georgia state voters approve expanding the state’s existing medical marijuana bill.
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