Daily Archives: November 30, 2011

Ray Fisman at Slate bring us Narco Economics. A new study that could help Mexico win its war on drug traffickers. This article spends most of its time discussing the interesting concept of “forensic economics” being explored by student Melissa … Continue reading →

Count the Costs is an international organization that focuses on the costs of the war on drugs. They have just released an environmental briefing (pdf) discussing the costs of the war on drugs to the environment. Send this to all … Continue reading →

Denver Post: Report shows fewer traffic fatalities after states pass medical-pot laws The passage of state medical-marijuana laws is associated with a subsequent drop in the rate of traffic fatalities, according to a newly released study by two university professors. … Continue reading →