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The drug war is not a failure
People often talk about the drug war being a failure, and, in fact, three quarters of the voting public believe the drug war is a failure. I’ve said it myself. But it’s really not a good description, and calling it … Continue reading
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Odds and Ends
Found some wifi on a layover in Chicago and have some time to kill. “bullet” Moron of the day. Florida Senator Mike Bennett wants to reduce unemployment benefits to pay for drug testing those on unemployment. Yeah, that’ll calm things … Continue reading
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Open Thread
Blogging is going to be a little bit sporadic this week. I’m heading to New York for a few days. And this trip is not only about being in New York, but getting there. I’m taking Amtrak’s Lake Shore Limited … Continue reading
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Clinical trials for psychedelics need more convincing placebo treatments: 16-Sep-2026 -- UC San Francisco researchers are weighing in on one…