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Think Trump and Republicans Wouldn’t Try to Cancel an Election? Look at What GOP in Georgia Just Pulled Off – Common Dreams

Posted: May 20, 2020 at 9:47 am

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp will be permitted to hand-pick the state's next Supreme Court Justice after that same high court ruled last week that a special election set for Tuesday could be canceled.

Kemp and his Secretary of State, Brad Raffensberger, moved to cancel votingin the stateearlier this year after state Supreme Court Justice Keith Blackwell announced he would step down after his six-year term expires at the end of 2020.

Taking the matter of who should succeed Blackwell into his own hands will allow Kemp, a Republican, to appoint another right-wing judge to serve on the highest court in the state for at least two years. Like the U.S. Supreme Court, the nine-member Georgia Supreme Courtthough most of its member recused themselves from ruling on this caseenjoys a Republican majority.

Both the Democratic and Republican former lawmakers who were running for the seatJohn Barrow and Beth Beskinfiled lawsuits to have the election reinstated, but the state SupremeCourt sided with Kemp last week in a 6-2 vote.

Kemp narrowly won his 2018 gubernatorial race while serving asSecretary of State,a role in which he purged 53,000 mostly African-American voters from the state rolls.

On Tuesday, radio host Joe Madison called the governor's move an attempt at "rigging" another state election.

Six of the state's Supreme Court justices recused themselves from the case, forcing fivelower court judges to participate in handing down the ruling.

As Ian Millhiser explained at Vox, the Georgia state Constitution makes Kemp and Raffensberger's actionstechnically legal:

The court's decision inBarrowturns on the tension betweentwo provisions of the Georgia Constitution. The first provides that "all Justices of the Supreme Court and the Judges of the Court of Appeals shall be elected on a nonpartisan basis for a term of six years," and that the terms of these judges "shall begin the next January 1 after their election." Because this language refers to "all Justices," it suggests that an election must be held to fill Blackwell's seat, and that whoever prevails in that election shall join the state Supreme Court on the first of January.

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But a separate provision of the state constitution permits the governor to temporarily fill vacancies on the state Supreme Court, and it provides that "an appointee to an elective office shall serve until a successor is duly selected and qualified and until January 1 of the year following the next general election which is more than six months after such person's appointment."

"The second provision seems to suggest that an appointed justice may serve until January 1, 2023and longer, if that justice eventually wins the 2022 election," wrote Millhiser.

Justice Brenda Holbert Trammell cast one of the dissenting votes, writing in her opinion that while she does not object to gubernatorial appointments overall, the people of Georgia should have retained their right to vote for their next state Supreme Court justice.

"In this instance, when the resignation will not result in a vacancy in the office until (originally) almost six months after the election, I cannot in good conscience agree that the election should be cancelled and the will of the people thrust aside as 'fruitless and nugatory,'" wrote Holbert Trammell.

As Daniel Nichanian, editor of The Appeal, tweeted, Kemp also recently acted to suspend a county race in order to retain a District Attorney position for the Republican Party.

When Athens-Clarke and Oconee County DA Brian Mauldin, a Democrat, announced in February that he would not seek another term, Mauldin asked the governor to appoint an interim DA "promptly" so former state lawmakerDeborah Gonzalez, who was planning to run as a progressive reformer, could run against the interim DA in November.

"Kemp, however, did no such thing," wrote Jay Willis at The Appeal last week. "By failing to act by May 3, six months before Election Day 2020, he ensured that whoever he eventually picks won't face a challenger until Election Day 2022 at the earliest. Gonzalez, the would-be reformer, will have to wait until then for a shot."

"As governor, Kemp has pivoted from hollowing out democratic elections to simply cancelling them," added Willis.

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Democrats Say The Worst Of The Coronavirus Is Yet To Come. Republicans Say The Worst Is Over. – FiveThirtyEight

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Welcome to Pollapalooza, our weekly polling roundup.

So far, Americans have largely supported using social distancing to slow the spread of the new coronavirus. According to a Washington Post/University of Maryland poll published this week, most Americans agree that its necessary to wear a mask, stay at home when possible, avoid gatherings and keep 6 feet away from others in public. And while Democrats are more likely than Republicans to say these measures are important, sizable majorities in both parties still agree that they are necessary. But while Americans are mostly on the same page about current social distancing measures, there are also signs that they increasingly disagree about where the crisis is headed, with Democrats saying the worst is yet to come and Republicans saying the worst is behind us.

According to a CNN poll released this week, nearly three-quarters of Democrats said the worst of the crisis is still ahead of us, while only about a quarter of Republicans said the same. This marked a 15 percentage-point drop among Democrats since CNN last asked the question in April, and a 44-point drop among Republicans. A YouGov/Economist poll also found a similar divide this week; 58 percent of Democrats said the pandemic is going to get worse compared with only 20 percent of Republicans. (The pollster included a third choice, We are currently in the worst part of the pandemic, which just over 20 percent of both Democrats and Republicans chose.) And a daily tracking poll conducted by Navigator Research also found that between mid-April and early May, the share of Americans who thought the worst was yet to come declined sharply. However, that number has been ticking back up again since May 4, which may reflect increased concern that the virus will spread as more states begin to ease restrictions on businesses and public gatherings.

The polls this week also show that Americans are adjusting their expectations about when the need for social distancing is likely to end. According to the Washington Post/University of Maryland poll, two-thirds of Americans think that it will be at least the end of July before people can safely gather in groups of 10 or more, up from 45 percent who thought so a month ago. This months total includes 80 percent of Democrats and 54 of Republicans. And this weeks YouGov/Economist poll found that a 47 percent plurality including a third of Republicans and almost two-thirds of Democrats believe it will be at least September before it is safe to end social distancing measures.

Concerns about catching the virus have stayed fairly consistent over the month of May so far. According to FiveThirtyEights coronavirus poll tracker, the share of Americans who say they are somewhat or very concerned that they or someone they know will get sick stayed mostly steady at about 68 percent.

And the share of Americans who say theyre concerned about the viruss impact on the economy has also stayed about the same hovering at around 87 percent for the past six weeks.

The share of Americans who approve of Trumps handling of the virus response, however, has declined about 4 points over the past month, though in the shorter term his rating remains essentially unchanged, with 43.3 percent approving of the job hes doing handling the pandemic this week and 43.5 percent approving last week.

Attitudes toward Trumps handling of the crisis are, expectedly, very partisan, with a majority of Republicans approving and a majority of Democrats opposed. Feelings seem to be more mixed about leaders outside the federal government, however according to a new Pew Research poll, state and local officials, on average, continue to enjoy more bipartisan support than Trump. However, Republicans appear to be souring on local and state officials work faster than Democrats are. For instance, since March, the share of Republicans who think their local elected officeholders are doing a good or excellent job has declined by 12 points, while the share of Democrats who say the same has remained unchanged at 66 percent. Likewise, Republican approval of the job state officials were doing declined by 12 percentage points, while Democratic approval dropped by only 5 points. Additionally, Republicans, who were more likely than Democrats to rate public health officials such as those at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention favorably in March were less likely to do so now. Sixty-eight percent of Republicans said health officials are doing a good or excellent job, down 16 points since March, while about three-quarters of Democrats felt health officials were doing a good job in both polls.

However, at this point, the majority of Americans are not yet frequenting public places despite growing disagreement on where the coronavirus crisis is headed next. A Morning Consult poll conducted last week asked Americans about whether theyre going to public places and socializing with others, and it didnt find much of a partisan gap in reported behavior. So for now at least, it seems like many Americans are staying put, although that might change in the coming weeks.

According to FiveThirtyEights presidential approval tracker, 43.6 percent of Americans approve of the job Trump is doing as president, while 52.0 percent disapprove (a net approval rating of -8.4 points). At this time last week, 43.3 percent approved and 51.4 percent disapproved (for a net approval rating of -8.1 points). One month ago, Trump had an approval rating of 44.3 percent and a disapproval rating of 51.4 percent, for a net approval rating of -7.1 points.

In our average of polls of the generic congressional ballot, Democrats currently lead by 7.7 percentage points (48.9 percent to 41.2 percent). A week ago, Democrats led Republicans by 7.9 points (48.5 percent to 40.6 percent). At this time last month, voters preferred Democrats by 7.8 points (48.6 percent to 40.8 percent).

Check out all the polls weve been collecting ahead of the 2020 elections.

CORRECTION (May 15, 2020, 10:01 a.m.): A previous version of this article reversed President Trumps job approval numbers: 43.6 percent of Americans approve of the job hes doing and 52.0 percent disapprove, not the other way around.

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Republicans appear on track to win two congressional seats – The Guardian

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Republicans appeared poised to win two congressional seats one in Wisconsin and one in California in special election races that are being watched closely as preludes to the general election in November as many states will move to mail-in voting amid the coronavirus pandemic.

In Wisconsin, the Republican Tom Tiffany notched an easy victory, in a reliably red district. In California, early results indicated the Republican Mike Garcia is on track to retake a seat that Democrats had flipped in 2018. Both seats will be up for election again in November.

The California vote was based almost entirely on mailed-in ballots, and the full results likely wont be clear for days. Officials will accept ballots postmarked by election day, even if they arrive up to three days later.

Whoever wins the California special election would fill the seat of the former US representative Katie Hill, who resigned amid scandal in late 2019. The circumstances of Hills resignation she quit amid allegations that she had an affair with a staffer, and after private photos of her had been published online without her consent had brought national attention to the race. Donald Trump, who endorsed Garcia and alleged that the election was rigged because of the opening of a new voting center in the district, also ensured that the race was closely watched, especially by Democrats who believed it would be a referendum on the president.

On Wednesday morning, Garcia, a former navy fighter pilot, was ahead of the Democratic California state legislator Christy Smith by 55.9% to 44.1%, preliminary results from the California secretary of states office said.

It is looking extremely good, Garcia said on a conference call. I wont give a victory speech tonight. Well save that for hopefully tomorrow night as the data comes in.

Smith earned the endorsements of Barack Obama and the Congressional Hispanic Caucus. Hills unpopularity in the district, post-scandal, had been a hurdle for her campaign. Prior to the election, the Cook Political Report changed its assessment of the race from lean Democratic to a tossup as the pandemic shut down traditional campaigning through door-knocking and town halls.

Regardless of the outcome, Democrats are hopeful about Smiths chances in the November election. The electorate will be very different then, said Rose Kapolczynski, a Democratic strategist based in Los Angeles. And I still think Smith will have a strong chance.

It is wise to avoid projecting too much about the November elections based on this race, said Paul Mitchell, with the campaign research firm Political Data Inc. To do so would be like predicting the championship based on the results of two-on-two basketball game before the finals, Mitchell said.

Traditionally, older, white, and Republican voters are overrepresented in special elections, Mitchell said. Younger and minority voters, who lean Democratic, are more likely to vote in larger numbers in November.

In Wisconsin, Tiffany, a state senator endorsed by Trump, easily won a special congressional election in a heavily conservative, rural Wisconsin district. But Democrats are likely to watch his margin of victory and consider it evidence of that partys gains if Tiffanys opponent Tricia Zunker performs better than the 20-point defeat the Democrats faced in district in 2018. Preliminary results show Tiffany leading by 14 points.

For Trump to win re-election, red areas have to get redder to balance out blue areas getting bluer, said the Wisconsin Democratic party spokeswoman, Courtney Beyer.

But Tiffany dismissed the argument. Any time you lose by 14 points, I dont think thats a moral victory, he said. This is a decisive victory here.

Tiffany will replace the former reality TV star Sean Duffy, a Republican who retired in September. The district has been vacant since Duffys retirement.

Zunker, the president of the Wausau school board, was trying to become the first Native American from Wisconsin elected to Congress. She pulled in big-name endorsements including Senator Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts, but the numbers were against her. The district has been under Republican control since 2011 and was redistricted to more heavily favor Republicans.

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Localities win in Democratic bill that Republicans dismiss out of hand – Buffalo News

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WASHINGTON The congressional Democrats' latest proposal for rescuing the nation from the coronavirus economic crash looks like a series of dreams come true for New York State and the Buffalo area.

The state would get $34.4 billion over two years, and more than $1 billion would flow into Buffalo's coffers. Congress would send $517 million to Erie County, and property owners across the state would get back the cherished SALT deduction that Congress trimmed three years ago.

"This is exactly what a disaster relief bill should look like," Rep. Brian Higgins, a Buffalo Democrat, said of the Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions Act, or Heroes Act.

But to Republicans, the Democrats' $3 trillion proposal is a disaster in itself.

"Obviously, it's a partisan exercise," said Rep. Tom Reed, a Corning Republican who criticized the measure for loosening the reins on the cannabis industry, releasing federal prisoners and aiding undocumented immigrants.

In other words, then, the Heroes Act is just the opening volley in what's likely to be a longer and more difficult tussle than Congress endured in passing its first four pieces of legislation aimed at responding to the Covid-19 pandemic.

The Heroes Act would refill local government accounts that have been running low because sales tax revenues have disappeared amid the Covid-19 shutdown. In the Buffalo area alone, municipalities would get $2.2 billion over two years.

"This proposal would absolutely eliminate the city's fiscal problems," said Buffalo Mayor Byron W. Brown. "I think that this proposal is very forward-thinking in that municipalities won't just need federal aid for one year, but they will need it for multiple years."

Erie County Executive Mark C. Poloncarz was equally pleased.

The bill "provides the certainty we need so that we could continue providing the services as normal for a county government without having to do drastic layoffs," Poloncarz said.

The measure would also give $171.2 million to the City of Niagara Falls and $117.7 million to the Niagara County government. The largest towns in the region would each receive tens of millions of dollars, and even the smallest municipalities would get something.

Moreover, the bill would likely limit cuts in state funding to municipalities and school districts. Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Wednesday that the state now faces a $61 billion funding gap. The Heroes Act would cover $22.3 billion of this year's shortfall and give the state $12.1 billion in 2021.

Cuomo was particularly pleased with the bill's proposed return of the federal deduction for state and local taxes. Capped at $10,000 annually in the Republican Congress' 2017 tax overhaul, that deduction would go uncapped for the next two years a move that would help high-tax states such as New York to retain residents.

"It's the single best piece of action for the State of New York," Cuomo said.

The trouble with the Heroes Act, though, is that its an entirely Democratic bill and any successful measure will have to pass muster with the Republican-led Senate and the Republican president.

And while President Trump remained silent on the measure, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell had plenty to say.

"Even the media is describing it as a partisan wish list with no chance of becoming law," McConnell, a Kentucky Republican, said in a statement. This is exactly the wrong approach."

Rather than starting work on a fourth major coronavirus funding bill, McConnell said he is putting together a bill aimed at protecting businesses from lawsuits if they reopen amid the Covid-19 crisis.

Meantime, House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy took issue with provisions of the Heroes Act guaranteeing the right to vote by mail this fall, rescuing troubled pension funds and restoring the SALT deduction.

The problems with this 1815-page, multi-trillion dollar messaging bill are plain to see," said McCarthy, a California Republican. "Its central demands changing election laws, bailing out mismanaged pensions, and temporarily suspending the cap on SALT tax deductions for millionaires and billionaires were drafted behind closed doors, predate the crisis, and are not targeted to coronavirus."

Despite that partisan divide, Democrats and Republicans agreed there are areas where the two parties may eventually come to an agreement.

Reed has been working with Sen. Bill Cassidy, a Louisiana Republican, and Sen. Bob Menendez, a New Jersey Democrat, on a measure that would provide $500 billion to states and localities half of what the Heroes Act would deliver.

"A trillion dollars is not reasonable," Reed said.

There's also bipartisan interest in increasing funding for the National Institutes of Health. The Heroes Act would boost NIH funding by $4.75 billion just shy of the $5 billion that Higgins has been pushing for research into finding a vaccine or treatment for Covid-19.

"We have to deal with the problem at hand," Higgins said.

Congress may do that at a leisurely pace, though, partly because the Trump administration has said there's no need to pass another relief bill immediately.

"We just want to make sure that before we jump back in and spend another few trillion of taxpayers money that we do it carefully," Treasury Secretary Steven T. Mnuchin said on Fox News this week.

But Congress is already facing pressure from the nation's governors. Cuomo, the Democratic vice chair of the National Governors Association, and Gov. Larry Hogan, the group's Republican vice chair, delivered a joint statement Wednesday calling for fast action.

"With widespread bipartisan agreement on the need for this assistance, we cannot afford a partisan process that turns this urgent relief into another political football," they said.

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Things to consider when buying CBD oil – AZ Big Media

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Many clinical studies have shown promising results about the health benefits of CBD.

The studies have also shown it to have no psychoactive properties as perceived until recently.

These findings have encouraged lawmakers to relax rules around CBD products. This, in turn, has made a lot of people curious about different CBD products.

However, considering it to be a great opportunity, many sellers have started selling different types of CBD products including CBD tinctures under different brand names.

This has created a lot of confusion about these products in the minds of the consumers.

Therefore, it is important for you to be aware of the factors that you should consider before buying CBD Oil.

For this, you should consult your physician to know if CBD oil can relieve you of your ailments. Consult also about the method of consuming CBD.

Each method of consumption provides a different level of effectiveness.

For instance, taking oil sublingually would take a little more time to offer the relief; however, it would last for a longer time. On the other hand,the vaping pen would provide instant relief from pain & anxiety.

For a good quality CBD oil you need to consider the following important factors related to its ingredients.

Before that we also recommend checking out cbdfable.com for genuine CBD brand reviews and informational stuff on cannabidiol.

Marijuana and Hemp plants are the two major plant sources of CBD extract. The use of Marijuana for manufacturing CBD oil is restricted at the US federal level due to its higher THC levels.

While CBD extracted from Hemp plants are allowed at the federal level. Many states in the US have also legalized activities related to CBD products with THC levels less than 0.3%.

Therefore, before buying ensure that the CBD oil is extracted through Hemp plants and not through Marijuana.

There are many manufacturers who use different chemicals in the form of pesticides and fertilizers, etc. These chemicals are harmful for human consumption.

Reputed sellers only use organically grown hemp plants in their CBD products. So, ensure that the CBD oil that you buy uses organic hemp plants in its extraction.

The most commonly used carrier oil includes; Hemp Oil, Olive Oil, and MCT Oil.

Each carrier oil has some distinct properties that it imparts to the final product.

If Hemp Oil would add on to the potency of the CBD Oil, it would also impart its weedy note to the product.

MCT Oil which is a derivative of coconut oil imparts many different health benefits to the product besides offering a light & sweet flavor to it.

Olive oil, similarly, would add on to the properties of the CBD Oil while making it smell a bit strong and intense.

Some of the manufacturers use flavors and aromas to enhance the taste and smell profile of their products.

You should check if the minor ingredients used in the oil are also natural plant extracts and are not derived chemically.

The manufacturing process plays a vital role in determining the quality of CBD Oil. The following are the factors you must check before buying your CBD Oil.

Many manufacturers use different chemical solvents in extracting CBD from the hemp plant. These chemicals may carry forward their harmful properties in the final product.

However, most of the reputed manufacturers use CO2 extraction methods to extract CBD. This process does not involve any kind of chemicals and also provides a very effective CBD extract.

A hemp plant contains many compounds other than CBD. This includes THC, photochemical, and terpenes, etc.

While THC has psychoactive properties, many other compounds are rich sources of nutrients and enhance the quality of the CBD oil.

Different CBD extracts contain different compounds.

A full-spectrum CBD extract would contain all the compounds of the hemp plant. This makes this extract highly effective but at the same time makes it a little susceptible as the extract also contains THC.

A broad-spectrum extract would have all the compounds excluding THC in it.

CBD isolates would not contain any compound other than CBD.

Even the best quality of CBD oil can degrade due to the oxidation process or by reacting to the packaging material.

Glass is the least reactive of all the practically available packaging materials. And if the glass bottle has a dark color it prevents light to enter the bottle thus avoiding oxidation of CBD Oil.

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You should ensure proper content levels of CBD & THC in the CBD oil.

Check for the CBD contents in the CBD oil. Check the amount of CBD (mg) per ml of CBD oil and buy as per your requirement.

Another very important factor is the THC content. It is illegal in most of the states in the US to use CBD oil with more than 0.3% THC levels. Therefore, ensure that your CBD oil does not have more than the allowable limits of THC in it.

One of the ways to ensure the authenticity of the claims of different sellers is to check for the third party analysis report of the product.

A reputed company would transparently share its third-party lab reports on its website. Buy from these companies to be on the safer side.

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A reputed brand earns its reputation through consistent delivery of quality products over time. And it cannot afford to spoil it by offering inferior products.

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Check your budget and buy accordingly. However, do not compromise with the quality of the product.

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It is always a good idea to know the important factors to consider before buying any product. It helps you in making an informed decision and making the right choices.

These were some important factors to consider before buying CBD oil. We hope that this would help you in taking the right decision.

Finally, we would suggest you consult your physician and also to check the local laws prevailing in the respective state before buying your CBD oil.

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How To Use CBD Oil for Pain: What is the Best CBD Oil as an Alternative to Prescription Drugs? – Yahoo Finance

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ATLANTA, GA / ACCESSWIRE / May 20, 2020 / It seems like CBD is being talked about everywhere nowadays. A recent Gallup Poll showed that 14% (45 million) of Americans reported using CBD products and the reason they were using CBD oil was for pain relief. With the passing of the 2018 Farm Bill, the US laid the foundation for the rapid expansion of the CBD market.

CBD Oil and Pain Relief: a Dose of Evidence

According to Peter Grinspoon, MD at the Harvard Health Publishing "CBD may offer an option for treating different types of chronic pain. A study from the European Journal of Pain showed, using an animal model, CBD applied on the skin could help lower pain and inflammation due to arthritis. Another study demonstrated the mechanism by which CBD inhibits inflammatory and neuropathic pain, two of the most difficult types of chronic pain to treat. More study in humans is needed in this area to substantiate the claims of CBD proponents about pain control." [Source]

Along these lines, marijuana is said to be a fantastic muscle relaxant, and people swear by its ability to lessen tremors in Parkinson's disease. Watch this extraordinary video to see CBD in action (warning: you may get emotional). A single drop of CBD eliminates a Parkinson's patient's symptoms in 3 minutes.

A leading CBD resource, bioMD+, recently published an article titled "How To Use CBD Oil for Pain" in which they highlight relevant CBD research in this area. Read it here: https://biomdplus.com/how-to-use-cbd-oil-for-pain/

Cannabidiol (CBD)

Cannabinoids are a group of compounds that mediate their effects through cannabinoid receptors. The discovery of 9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) as the major psychoactive principle in marijuana, as well as the identification of cannabinoid receptors and their endogenous ligands, has led to significant growth in research aimed at understanding the physiological functions of cannabinoids.

Cannabinoid receptors include CB1, which is predominantly expressed in the brain, and CB2, which is primarily found on the cells of the immune system.

CBD Oil Benefits

The most popular use of CBD is its utilization for pain relief and pain management. It is reported that 40% of users use CBD for pain relief. CBD's role in pain management has been demonstrated in research studies and embraced by celebrities and a growing number of professional athletes. In one study in 2014 published in the Hawaii Journal of Medicine and Public Health, CBD users reported a 64% decrease in average pain levels.

In a crowded market with little regulation, consumers looking for CBD products are often unable to find effective products. A leading CBD resource, PopularCBDBrands.com, recently published an article titled "CBD Oil Provides Pain Relief" in which they highlight relevant CBD research in this area and make recommendations for the top CBD oil for pain.

Based on their testing and analysis of hundreds of brands, the top company chosen in the article is bioMD+. This company is based in Marietta, Georgia, and has become a new standard for effectiveness and transparency in the CBD industry. The article explains how bioMD+ earned this reputation through its commitment to quality.

bioMD+ uses nothing but Organic Colorado-grown hemp and enhances each of their hemp oil products with a blend of natural terpenes design for maximum support for the effectiveness of the cannabinoids. Their CBD Oils are refined through a Supercritical C02 extraction process and then further purified into Winterized oil - a step which few other companies seek in efforts to cut costs. In each of their different CBD oil products contain 1,000mg of CBD per bottle, and lab results made directly available so the customer knows exactly what they are buying.

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Is CBD Oil the Natural Cure-All We Want It To Be? – Earth911.com

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Proponents insist that CBD oil is capable of curing a wide variety of ailments, from anxiety to nerve pain. But is it the miraculous cure-all wed like it to be?

CBD oil is a natural product that has gained popularity in recent years, thanks, in part, to the legalization of cannabis in many states. Youve likely seen businesses advertise that theyre now selling CBD oil (and similar products), and heard various claims about what constitutes the best CBD oil.

Lets start by explaining what CBD oil is. CBD stands for cannabidiol, which is a cannabinoid, a non-psychoactive compound found in cannabis plants. CBD oil is a concentrated form of CBD that is separated from other components of cannabis. Its available in a wide variety of products, ranging from drops, capsules, and edibles to topical creams.

Note that CBD is non-intoxicating; it does not make you high. A different cannabis compound called THC is responsible for the high feeling associated with consuming cannabis.

What is the evidence for CBD oil as a beneficial remedy?

One of the most common claims of CBD proponents is that CBD oil can relieve anxiety. Generally speaking, theres evidence to suggest that this is true. According to a study by the National Institute on Drug Abuse, CBD oil is shown to reduce stress in animals like rats. Research subjects treated with CBD showed lower signs of behavioral anxiety, as well as fewer physical symptoms of generalized anxiety, like high heart rate.

Research on humans has also been promising. For example, one scientific study found multiple studies supporting the benefits of using CBD when treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a disorder related to anxiety.

Because CBD produces a relaxing effect, some people may find it useful in treating anxiety-induced insomnia.

One study, which examined the sleep patterns of 103 adults, found that CBD use was capable of decreasing anxiety and improving sleep in about 66.7 percent of subjects. However, this rate fluctuated over time, suggesting that the effects of CBD may not be entirely consistent. The research also showed very low risk associated with CBD use. Only three subjects did not tolerate CBD oil well.

CBD has also been claimed to be an effective treatment for depression, but the evidence is sparse.

One review from 2017 suggested that there isnt currently enough evidence to support CBD as an effective treatment for depression. This review also concluded that CBD may be effective for treating anxiety symptoms. However, it pointed out that many of the largest and best-received studies thus far have lacked rigorous scientific standards, such as the presence of a control group.

Other studies have suggested possible uses for CBD oil in other areas related to psychotherapy. For example, one study from 2016 found that CBD could have antipsychotic effects in some people suffering from schizophrenia. The substance also doesnt have the same debilitating side effects linked to most other conventional antipsychotic drugs.

There is early supporting evidence that CBD (and other cannabinoids) may reduce tumor growth at least in animal models. For example, one 2019 review of both in vitro and in vivo studies on pancreatic cancer development found that cannabinoids reduce tumor invasion, slow tumor growth, and in some cases, can even cause death of tumor cells. However, the exact mechanisms responsible for this effect are in debate, and factors like appropriate dosing are not yet clear.

CBD may also improve the uptake or potency of certain cancer treatment drugs. Its also considered an antiemetic, which can be useful in specific types of cancer treatment.

For people suffering from severe forms of epilepsy or seizures, CBD may be an effective treatment. In fact, the prescription drug Epidiolex was contains CBD. When taken orally, Epidiolex can reduce the number of seizures suffered by a patient. However, its worth noting that the patients in these studies were taking Epidiolex with at least two other epilepsy drugs and were suffering from an extreme form of epilepsy (i.e., Lennox-Gastaut syndrome or Dravet syndrome).

Epidiolex is the first FDA-approved drug made from cannabis; researchers are eager to learn more about how and why cannabidiol protects against seizures.

CBD can also function as an anti-inflammatory and an analgesic, according to some studies.

In these applications, CBD can be applied topically, usually as a spray. Anecdotally, sufferers of arthritis and similar forms of chronic pain have found relief when regularly applying CBD. As with many of the other potential applications for CBD, we need more research for a definitive analysis of its effectiveness for pain management.

Additionally, early research shows CBD to be well-tolerated by humans and animals. A review from 2011 suggests that CBD is non-toxic in non-transformed cells and does not induce changes on food intake, does not induce catalepsy, does not affect physiological parameters (heart rate, blood pressure and body temperature), does not affect gastrointestinal transit and does not alter psychomotor or psychological functions. This study covered even high doses of up to 1,500 mg of CBD per day.

There is some evidence that there may be long-term side effects of CBD, such as inhibition of hepatic drug metabolism, decreased fertilization rates, and alterations of in vitro cell viability. We need more research to confirm the extent and occurrence rate of these side effects.

Short-term side effects from CBD seem to be rare and limited, but can include diarrhea, fatigue, changes in weight, and changes in appetite. Its also unknown how and when CBD may interfere with medications and dietary supplements. Thus far, CBD appears to be less habit-forming than substances like alcohol and tobacco but may produce withdrawal symptoms if someone uses it consistently for an extended period of time then suddenly stops.

CBD oil appears to have some evidence-backed benefits for humans, with limited side effects. But its still something we dont know a lot about. The FDA does not yet regulate CBD, and warns that there are unanswered questions about its safety. Future studies may reveal important information about its applications for human health.

If you want to start taking CBD oil, consider talking to your doctor first.

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Buyer beware: False medical claims about CBD and COVID-19 | TheHill – The Hill

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As we all continue to navigate this challenging new normal amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, consumers need accurate information about effective precautions to prevent the spread of coronavirus.

No proven treatments exist yet for COVID-19, nor is there a vaccine. That is why social distancing and good hygiene practices are so important to prevent the spread of the virus.

Across the United States, people are rising to the challenge, but a cynical minority has seized on the crisis to promote unscrupulous, and frankly dangerous, marketing claims about CBD products conferring immunity against the coronavirus and providing relief for those infected.

These false claims touting unproven medical benefits are nothing more than craven attempts to take advantage of fearful consumers. Moreover, it spreads misinformation among consumers anxiously seeking ways to stay safe and healthy amidst the coronavirus crisis.

A CBD store in Portland, Oregon was ordered by the office of the state's attorney general to remove signs claiming that its products could boost immunity against COVID-19. Last month, New Yorks attorney general ordered a companyto immediately cease and desist the marketing of their product as a means of curing the coronavirus.

There have been numerous reports of a fabricated news story promoting CBD oil as a treatment for the virus that was shared across the country through texts and social media, pointing unsuspecting consumers to a CBD sales site. Former All-Pro NFL offensive lineman, Kyle Turley, was promoting CBD products in the fight against COVID-19. Turley received warnings from the FDA and the Federal Trade Commission, and since then, these false claims have thankfully stopped.

During this time of heightened attention on wellness and prevention, consumers must be aware that CBD products have not been tested or evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Recent studies have also found potential harmful side effects from consuming cannabis products with Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) if a patient is infected with COVID-19. Studies have shown that many unregulated CBD products have been found to contain THC the primary psychoactive compound in marijuana though the labels may not disclose this.

Unregulated, untested CBD products present an increasing threat to public health. Consumers risk illness, exposure to THC and contaminants including lead, arsenic, pesticides and toxic mold. The vast majority of CBD on the shelves today fail to meet even the most basic safety and efficacy standards. CBD carries potential risks, including liver toxicity, fatigue and harmful interaction with other drugs. Not one scintilla of credible scientific evidence indicates that CBD products prevent the spread of the coronavirus. Consumers need to know these facts.

A recent report from the FDA to Congress underscores many of the warnings expressed by Consumers for Safe CBD and the Consumer Federation of America. While the FDA report is a step in the right direction, coupled with the agencys warning letters to companies illegally selling various products containing cannabidiol and updates on a variety of safety concerns, much more work remains to protect consumers.

Consumers deserve the gold standard protection that the FDA has provided for decades. We want and need access to sound, reliable information about CBD. Today more than ever, the FDA must stop bad actors from making false medical claims and encourage the further testing of CBD.

In these uncertain times, we urge consumers to take precautions and follow CDC guidelines, practice social distancing and avoid untested, unregulated products. As we collectively adjust to the realities of this global pandemic, we must increase efforts to protect consumer health and safety.

Sally Greenberg is the executive director of the National Consumers League. Thomas Gremillion is the director of Food Policy for the Consumer Federation of America.

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In our world right now, where we should always think of our health all the time is something we have to master. The hunt for nutritious foods and food supplements are endless. Our obsession with getting fit even inside the house is also truly remarkable. These only show our determination to combat whatever diseases we might be facing.

We, humans, have already figured out ways to keep ourselves safe amidst this pandemic. How about the pets that we have at home or other animals? Can we say that they are protected too from any kind of disease? What can we do to strengthen their immune system?

Animals also need to be healthy to live comfortably. They must eat nutritious foods too, just like humans. However, as the years go by, more illnesses are attacking their bodies. Their vulnerability is why they should be given more protection other than the food that they eat. In this article, you will discover the common health problems of horses and the benefits of CBD oil to them.Click hereto know more about it.

What Common Health Problems do Horses Have?

Dogs and cats are not the only ones that use cannabidiol or CBD. Horses also digest this for specific reasons. They also get sick and needs special attention. Below are examples of health problems they experience.

Some of the factors that make them stressed out and anxious are training for competitions, a new environment, and going to different places. And because of this, it should be treated immediately to stop it from getting worse. The behavior of the animal will change if this is left untreated. It will make them more irritable and irresponsive.

Theseanimals also experience arthritisbecause of damaged cartilage. It weakens their body. Because of this, it is difficult for them to move and continue their activities. It affects their overall performance.

They are also prone to digestive problems. Some are indigestion and ulcer. When this happens, it hinders them from being alert in their activities. That is why it has to be appropriately treated, or it could cause death.

Horses can also get skin infections. This can be caused by exposure to rain. The water or its moisture stays in the skin, which causes bacteria to form. This also needs to be treated immediately.

They can have heaved. It is an allergic condition to horses, which limits their capacity to do activities. It means there is an obstruction in the air passageway. The animal finds it hard to breathe.

Now that we are familiar with some of the health problems experienced by horses, let us go to the benefits of CBD oil to them. But first, let us answer the question below.

Why Would Horses Need CBD Oil?

Horses, especially those that join in equestrian competitions, are prone to injuries and diseases. CBD oil helps them ease the pain without undergoing any surgeries. Many pet owners have sworn to the positive effects that their horses receive from it.

However, animal owners must follow the right dosage based on the sizes of their horses. Visit links likepetcbdcommunity.comto know more about CBD oil. The more you know, the better.

Benefits of CBD Oil to Horses

We have enumerated some of the illnesses that they can get. And some of these can be relieved through the consumption of CBD oil. It can ease digestive problems and inflammation. It might not be a cure for illnesses, but it is an excellent start to relieve the animals.

Feeling good makes them more active and productive. CBD oil takes away their stress and anxiety. And it gives them more comfort despite the challenging activities they have. It helps them to get back on track.

CBD is safe to use for horses. It does not contain the harmful level of THC or the tetrahydrocannabinol. It is a compound found in marijuana and hemp plant. It gives a high feeling or side effect on animals that digest it.

Nowadays, CBD oil has played a vital role in the lives of humans and animals. Yet with all the positive effects it gives, the right usage and dosage should always be followed.

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Kore Organic Watermelon CBD Oil Tincture recalled because of high levels of lead – PennLive

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Summitt Labs is voluntarily recalling Kore Organic Watermelon CBD Oil Tincture because it contains a high level of lead.

According to an announcement with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services tested a random sample and found a lead level of 4.7 ppm.

Summit Labs had the same batch tested by another lab, which found .5 ppm, which is within the legal limit.

However, Summit opted to recall the batch No. 730, Lot No. K018.

According to the USFDA, the product has a Kore Organic Logo and kraft paper packaging. There are nine, 30 milliliter bottles per package.

The product was distributed nationwide by I.E. Nirvana Kulture and North East Rally.

According to the Florida Department of Health, acute lead poisoning could have signs and symptoms including but not limited to pain, muscle weakness, paresthesia, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, poor appetite, weight loss, symptoms associated with encephalitis, metallic taste in the mouth, shock, hemolysis and kidney damage.

For more information, contact Summit Labs at 833-810-5673, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. weekdays.

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