Monthly Archives: April 2007

Afghanistan continuing to force people to think

Posted on April 3, 2007 by Pete Guither

With the situation in Afghanistan continuing to fail dramatically, more players are coming to the realization that a solution may require something other than pursuing the same old drug war. What an idea! The British MPs have been pushing for … Continue reading →

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NPR examines ‘America’s Forgotten War’

Posted on April 3, 2007 by Pete Guither

Forgotten? OK, sure, the politicians may avoid talking about it (except when they’re passing harsher laws or eradication budgets), but it’s hardly forgotten. And I don’t have much optimism about the direction this series will take. And unfortunately, they’re probably … Continue reading →

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Open Thread

Posted on April 2, 2007 by Pete Guither

“bullet” The Illinois State University student newspaper reports on Thursday’s panel: Group claims prohibition, war on drugs is a failure, and even includes a picture of us (that’s Greg Francisco speaking, with George Pappas next to him and then me). … Continue reading →

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A few facts about drugs

Posted on April 1, 2007 by Pete Guither

Legal drugs are good for you. Illegal drugs will instantly destroy your life. If you eliminate supply, there will be no demand. There is a finite number of drug dealers. If we can get them all in jail, then there … Continue reading →

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