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Marijuana+Law

Drug Policy | Center for the U.S. and Mexico | Commentary

Marijuana Rescheduling Is Creating a Buzz for Some, Consternation for DEA

Federal marijuana legalization is on the horizon — and it’s time for the DEA to get behind the policy changes and move on to fighting more dangerous drugs, writes nonresident fellow Gary Hale.

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Center for Health and Biosciences | Journal

Comparison of Hospital Online Price and Telephone Price for Shoppable Services

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Ukraine Maintains Initiative Despite Disappointing Counteroffensive

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Center for Health and Biosciences | Research Paper

7 Steps for Igniting the Brain Capital Industrial Strategy

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Insights into Energy Geopolitics: A Conversation with Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo