Nicholson Braces for Wrath Over Controversial Crime Bill
Ontario and Quebec both refused to pick up extra costs associated with Conservative crime bill C-10.
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The Brilliant Strategy of Gary Johnson and Ron Paul
CANNABIS CULTURE - Imprisoned marijuana activist Marc Emery says a Paul/Johnson presidency would end the Drug War, pardon all non-violent drug offenders, and drastically change America for the better after 50 years of terrible mismanagement.
Marijuana Legalization Headed to the Ballot in Washington – But Is It Already Doomed?
Washington state voters want to legalize marijuana. And this November, they'll get the chance to vote to do so with Initiative 502. But while the legalization of cannabis can and must be passed in Washington state, this initiative, even if passed, likely won't do it.
Former Vancouver Mayors: We Can’t Afford a War on Weed
Canada has reached a critical time in its misguided War on Weed. Despite investing countless billions across North America in areas such as law enforcement, prison expansion and border controls, marijuana prohibition has been a costly failure.
Christopher Hitchens, Anti-Prohibitionist
I read the sad news that Christopher Hitchens, the always controversial and unique wizard of words, died yesterday from complications due to cancer at 62. Hitchens was a well known political commentator and author who publicly advocated marijuana legalization and spoke out against drug prohibition.
Georgia Democrat Proposes Drug Testing for Lawmakers
Democratic Georgia state Rep. Scott Holcomb has introduced legislation to the General Assembly that would require lawmakers to pass a drug test before taking office.
Draconian Crime Bill Passed By Conservative Majority in House of Commons
CANNABIS CULTURE - Severe crime legislation that includes mandatory prison sentences for minor marijuana offences was passed by the Conservative-controlled House of Commons yesterday. Bill C-10 now heads to the Senate for approval before it can become Canadian law.
Toronto City Council Passes Motion To Investigate Vapour Lounges
CANNABIS CULTURE - Toronto City Council passed a motion this week to start an investigation into the city's marijuana "Vapour Lounges" and "their impact" on local neighbourhoods.
Michigan Medical Marijuana Law Destroyed by Dow-Baby Attorney General
CANNABIS CULTURE - Michigan's Attorney General Bill Schuette and his allies in the state legislature have gutted the state's medical marijuana program, forcing closure of most dispensaries and causing confusion and dread for sick and dying people.
Opposition MPs Challenge Omnibus Crime Bill
Members of Parliament debated the Conservatives' controversial omnibus crime bill Tuesday in what might be the last chance for opposition members to push for changes before bill C-10 becomes law.
