Daily Archives: August 7, 2011

Chicago Tribune gets it

Posted on August 7, 2011 by Pete

An outstanding editorial from the Chicago Tribune puts some much-needed sanity in the government-fueled hysteria over “drugged driving.” Someone who drinks to excess and gets behind the wheel of a car can be prosecuted and punished for driving under the … Continue reading →

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Corruption is inevitable

Posted on August 7, 2011 by Pete

We’ve talked here often about the corruption that is an integral part of the drug war. There are a lot of corrupting influences, but one of the most egregious is the notion that law enforcement can go out and seize … Continue reading →

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There is no way to peace, peace is the way.

Posted on August 7, 2011 by Pete

Narco News has a statement from Javier Sicilia and the Movement for Peace with Justice and Dignity. They’ve been working to stop the drug war (in particular, the use of military against citizens) in Mexico and have tried to work … Continue reading →

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