Mona Zhang

Mona Zhang is the editor of the cannabis newsletter Word on the Tree. She also covers marijuana policy, business, and culture as a freelance journalist.

Culture | 01.01.2022

For cannabis activists in New York City, racial justice is a major topic of conversation

At NYC’s Cannabis Parade, cannabis activists reckoned with issues beyond simple legalization.

Judge Alvin Hellerstein Recognizes That Cannabis Has Medical Benefits

Health | 01.01.2022

Federal judge recognizes that cannabis has medical benefits

Justice Department lawyers tried to get the case dismissed, but the judge is taking time to make a decision.