Origins and Implications of the Caravan of Honduran Migrants

Honduras (Conversation) – Honduras is a wonderful place for a short visit, despite its reputation as one of the most dangerous places on the planet. It is a small, beautiful country with an abundance of natural resources and a warm, welcoming culture. But it is a very hard place to live. I first traveled there nearly 20 years ago to do volunteer work, meeting my Honduran husband in the process. I have visited multiple times since then, including living in Honduras for nearly a year while doing my PhD research….

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Recreational Cannabis Measure Passes in Michigan

Submission by Zach Binx Michigan (PT) – After the long and obnoxious mid-term campaigns, Michigan decided to free the weed. Meaning after the certified ballot count, recreational cannabis becomes legal in Michigan. Here’s the details of the proposal. Adults 21 and over will be allowed to possess marijuana in the amount of 2.5 oz (71 grams) of cured flower, 10 ounces(283 grams) of curing flower, and 12 plants. Image source; Pixabay The proposal did not include specifics of what constitutes “curing” and “cured” flower, nor did it detail what stages…

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