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Megan's Megacan

An Éclair At The Berlinale

Mar 1, 2024
Germany legalizes cannabis while debating film-making claps, Konrad explains the Federal Constitutional Court. Controversies at Berlin Aloe festival include clapping for Jewish directors and political climate shifts. Navigating German constitutional protections and promoting positive news consumption.
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  • Germany's cannabis laws face conservative opposition, delaying licensed store openings.
  • Formation of 'Verein' clubs for collective cannabis growing showcases a unique, bureaucratic approach.

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Germany Legalizes Cannabis: Mixed Progress and Political Shifts

Germany recently legalized cannabis possession and cultivation for personal use with limitations on amounts allowed. However, plans for licensed stores faced delays due to political conservatism and shifting views within parties like the CSU. The shift to the right in German politics poses challenges to the progressive cannabis laws, highlighting a reluctance for further liberalization.

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