How the Drug War Hurts Everyone
From Wall Street to Oakland, recent events prove the campaign isn't just futile. It's a deadly waste of resources
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Ed Lee On Medical Marijuana: San Francisco Mayor Finally Breaks His Silence
"If you get Ed Lee on record about medical marijuana," more than one well-connected San Francisco politico has told us, "you deserve a medal."
Medical Marijuana Debated at Hearing, Headed for November Ballot in Massachusetts
Lawmakers wrangling over whether to legalize marijuana for medical use continued Tuesday to struggle with questions pertaining to federal enforcement, offering no indication that a legislative compromise might be in the works and likely leaving the issue up to voters to settle in November.
Medical Marijuana Pits States Versus Feds
The sun has now warmed the rich soil of California's Central Valley. It's time to plant. But for one of the valley's most profitable crops, this year's forecast is decidedly chilly.
Historic Challenge to Drug War Looms at Cartagena Summit
Alternatives to drug prohibition will be discussed for the first time at the Sixth Summit of the Americas
Massachusetts Legislators to Weigh Medical Marijuana at Statehouse Hearing
The Joint Committee on Public Health will hold a public hearing on a bill that mirrors the ballot question on medical marijuana.
5 Ways to Avoid Getting Busted for Pot
How not to become a statistic in our nation's enormous, expensive war on marijuana.
Washington State Supreme Court Limits Vehicle Searches
In an 8-1 decision last Thursday, the Washington state Supreme Court ruled that police must obtain a search warrant to search a vehicle even if they believe it contains evidence of the crime for which the person was arrested.
Push for Medical Marijuana in NY Heats Up
The push for a New York medical marijuana law is heating up. State Senator Diane Savino (D-Staten Island) has plans to introduce a medical marijuana bill in the coming weeks, just months before the legislative session ends in June.
James Belushi Caught With Marijuana Cigarette
James Belushi got into trouble for flying with a marijuana cigarette at the weekend.
