Obama May Grant Clemency to Thousands Convicted of Drug Violations
The Obama Administration continues to rollback oppressive sentences for those with non-violent drug convictions
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Obama Administration Doesn’t Need Congress to Loosen Marijuana Restrictions
Polls find up to 81% U.S. support for medical pot--it's time we at least allow studies.
Obama Needs to Slap Down His Rogue DEA Chief
DEA Administrator Michele Leonhart told a congressional committee today her agency is "fighting back" against Justice Department policies tolerating marijuana in states where it is legal.
Obama Administration Announces Banking Guidelines for Marijuana Business
The Obama administration Thursday afternoon announced new guidelines that will allow financial institutions to provide services to marijuana businesses in states where it is legal.
Obama Administration Calls to Restore Felons Voting Rights
Recently, the Obama administration continued to focus on criminal justice reform by zeroing in on felony disenfranchisement and calling for the restoration of voting rights to former felons.
Eighteen Congress Members Ask Obama to Loosen Marijuana Regulations
Their letter points out that scheduling pot among the most dangerous drugs, with no medicinal value, is senseless and harmful.
Justice Department Wants More Drug Clemency Applicants
In an unusual move, the Obama administration Thursday told defense lawyers they should suggest more inmates serving time on drug charges who might be deserving of clemency.
Obama Commutes Sentences of Clarence Aaron, Seven Others
The White House announced this morning that President Obama had granted commutations to eight federal prisoners, including poster boy for drug war excess Clarence Aaron, who has served more than 20 years.
President Obama, Pardon Both the Turkey and Drug War Prisoners for the Holidays
Tomorrow (Nov 27) President Obama will continue the recent Thanksgiving tradition of presidents pardoning a turkey.
Sen. McCain: “Maybe We Should Legalize” Marijuana
At a town hall meeting in Tucson Thursday, Sen. John McCain (R) signaled that he could be receptive to legalizing marijuana.
