Marijuana advocates say D.C. needs dispensaries

D.C. is seen as a fairly progressive city because it allows recreational marijuana use. Advocates say the nation's capital now needs dispensaries.

WASHINGTON — A first-of-its-kind expo being held in D.C. is all about marijuana. The inaugural Cannabis Business Summit kicked off Sunday night with an awards ceremony at the Washington Hilton in Northwest.

Awards were given for innovation, activism and entrepreneurialism in this growing industry. The summit is like an industry trade show. With a list of speakers over two days, there’s an expo featuring the latest and greatest items in the pot business.

David Kohl, president and CEO of High Times magazine, said the publication will host two summits each a year. One will always be in D.C.

“I think it’s an interesting milestone,” said Keith Stroup, legal counsel for the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws. “The marijuana industry now feels comfortable coming to the...

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