Author Archives: Pete

Still keeping extremely busy in New York, trying to keep up with 16 college students, but having a good time. So far, we’ve seen “All the Way,” “Pippin,” “Sleep No More,” “Gentlemen’s Guide to Love and Murder,” and I’ve given … Continue reading →

I’m in New York all this week. I’ve got 16 students with me for a week of walking tours and Broadway shows. It’s pretty much a non-stop schedule, so I won’t be able to post much. Not even sure I’ll … Continue reading →

Paul Armentano catches this incredible performance by the Director of the National Institutes of Health: Health Czar Shows Amazing Ignorance About Marijuana “We don’t know a lot about the things we wish we did,” with respect to the herb, Collins … Continue reading →

That seems to be the message that’s coming here: US softens – Hints at ways Ja could avoid punitive measures for ganja Instead of belching fire and brimstone, the Obama Administration yesterday appeared to be treading softly on Jamaica’s plans … Continue reading →

California cities, police chiefs support pot regulation for the first time Yep. After years of actively and criminally resisting the will of the voters, these groups are asking for a seat at the table of regulating marijuana. Because they’ve finally … Continue reading →

I had a nice one-on-one interview with a High School student (set up by his teacher) who is doing a project on drug policy reform for a sociology class. It was really great to see his passion and enthusiasm for … Continue reading →

Gupta: ‘I am doubling down’ on medical marijuana I am more convinced than ever that it is irresponsible to not provide the best care we can, care that often may involve marijuana. I am not backing down on medical marijuana; … Continue reading →

War of Words: The International Narcotics Control Board vs. A Changing World. The INCB withdrew its head from its nether regions briefly yesterday to release its 2013 report. Phillip Smith comments. This could be a surprise to a lot of … Continue reading →

Mark Kleiman has an extensive piece in Washington Monthly: How Not to Make a Hash Out of Cannabis Legalization: Leaving it to the states is a recipe for disaster. As usual, with Mark, it’s a mix of some very good … Continue reading →

One of the sad stories on my Drug War Victims page is about Gary Shepherd, a Vietnam veteran who had grown marijuana plants, and during a standoff with police, was shot to death in front of his infant son. That … Continue reading →