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CBD, Medical Marijuana Remain Illegal at Pepperdine, Despite Farm Bill

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Art by Natalie RulonCBD products and medical marijuana are not allowed on Pepperdine's campus, despite the fact that cannabis products derived from hemp are legal at both a state and federal level.The state of California passed the Adult Use of Marijuana Act in 2016, which opened the doors for the legal growing, distribution and use of marijuana in California. Until recently, … [Read more...] about CBD, Medical Marijuana Remain Illegal at Pepperdine, Despite Farm Bill

Pay Attention to the 116th Congress

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The most diverse Congress in United States' history was sworn in Jan. 3. There is much anticipation about how this new Congress will perform. The demographics being represented are unprecedented, implying that a multitude of ideologies will be at work. While it is unrealistic for students to keep up with every governmental proceeding, the 116th Congress is worth paying close … [Read more...] about Pay Attention to the 116th Congress

Stay Informed on the Government Shutdown

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Art by Caitlin RoarkThe US government has been shut down since Dec. 22, 2018, making it the longest shutdown in United States' history. Pepperdine students abroad in Washington, D.C., will find the National Mall eerily quiet as government employees wait for the shutdown to be lifted.However, the D.C. program is not the only part of Pepperdine that is affected by the government … [Read more...] about Stay Informed on the Government Shutdown

Fight For Net Neutrality

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Graphic by Nate Barton The Federal Communications Commission voted on Dec. 14, 2017 to repeal the net neutrality rules which were put in place in 2015 to keep broadband providers like Comcast and AT&T from blocking or charging extra for certain websites and content. But the battle for open internet isn't over yet. Internet access is a public utility and should be … [Read more...] about Fight For Net Neutrality

Nunes Memo Is False and Misleading

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Art by Peau PorotesanoRep. Devin Nunes, the chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, released an inaccurate and politically motivated memo in an attempt to undermine the Department of Justice and the FBI. This partisan statement is not only misleading, but it also poses a threat to our national security and the public's faith in law enforcement.The entire basis of the … [Read more...] about Nunes Memo Is False and Misleading