US Marijuana Law and its International Legal Implications

In the U.S., cannabis law is a confusing mess of federal and state regulations, medicinal and adult use standards, and complex consequences for those involved in the industry. Marijuana is federally illegal, but 24 states and Washington D.C. have legalized adult recreational use of marijuana and 14 more have legalized medicinal use.[1] Considering the political … Read more

Why Calls to Restart Negotiations for Turkey’s Accession to the EU Will Likely Fail

Negotiations for Turkey’s accession to the European Union (EU) have been stalled since 2008.[1] Democratic concerns, human rights violations, and regional political conflicts have stood in the way of the success of this deal.[2] The European Union has strict requirements regarding these political and social attributes.[3] Since its 2008 Progress Report, Turkey has worked to … Read more