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Busybodies protecting children from the horror of mellow parents
There’s a small group of pot-obsessed prohibitionists who don’t have anything meaningful to do and instead have decided… Cherry Creek parents to spy on Aurora’s new pot stores One parent commented on our news item Monday morning that he or … Continue reading
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The lies and abuses of the drug war machine can no longer withstand the power of the light
… and go.
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Pain med regulation
I’ve been a little out of touch this past week, as I’ve been dealing with a large kidney stone, which was finally removed by laser last night. I really don’t recommend having a kidney stone. I got a little lesson … Continue reading
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Helping to prevent overdowds
New at the pot shop: Milder marijuana for novices I’m very happy to see this trend. Recreational marijuana sellers are reaching out to novice cannabis users with a raft of edible products that impart a milder buzz and make it … Continue reading
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The arrogant lawlessness of drug enforcers
This story has already been discussed here a bit in comments, but it’s worth highlighting: Once you’ve dehumanized drug offenders, it’s easy to steal their identities by Radley Balko Consider what the federal government is arguing here. It’s arguing that … Continue reading
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John Oliver on Civil Asset Forfeiture
Oliver nails it with one of the most powerful and entertaining pieces to inform the public about this travesty.
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Another drug war victim
Via Radley Balko and Philip Smith: Meet 59-year-old David Hooks, the latest drug fatality This has all the classic features. With just a modicum of investigation, police could have learned that Hooks “was a successful businessman who ran a construction … Continue reading
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Monday Thread
I’m back from the north woods and thrilled to have reliable wifi again. It’ll take me a while to catch up with the news. Thanks to everyone for your good wishes and concern for my family with my brother-in-law’s death. … Continue reading
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Open Thread
I’m out of town this week to be with my sister following the death of her husband. Way up in the north woods of Wisconsin, and with limited WiFi access. Not able to do much posting or keeping up with … Continue reading
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