Author Archives: Pete Guither

Via Vice Squad, I learn that Foreign Policy magazine has published some letters in the November/December issue, responding to Ethan Nadelmann’s cover article

I really enjoyed spending a little time with a couple of Drug WarRant readers this weekend in Chicago. I’m hoping to be able to spend time with more of you in December at the 2007 International Drug Policy Reform Conference … Continue reading →

Lots of important stuff to catch up with… “bullet” It’s great having thehim back in action. Check out this fantastic visual guide to the U.S. drug war in Mexico. “bullet”

Jamie over at Austin Criminal Defense Lawyer: Just a week or so ago, I was having a conversation with a fellow Austin criminal defense attorney about whether ëdecriminalization/legalization‰ would reduce or increase crime. Like me, he is strongly against our … Continue reading →

Your choice: Why is Marijuana Illegal? Why is Marijuana Illegal?

This is the latest release over at the new Reason.tv. Nicely done piece — about 10 minutes long.

After a suggestion from Alex a couple of days ago, I have been putting together a new page: Who’s Who in Drug Prohibtion. It’s not intended to provide detailed bios on drug war officials, pundits and organization (detailed bios can … Continue reading →

Can you identify the ghouls?

Link A US anti-narcotics program in Afghanistan has raised tensions, undermined security and endangered Australian and Dutch soldiers’ lives, a respected international foreign policy think tank has warned. The Senlis Council claims the US Government brushed aside Australian and Dutch … Continue reading →

A fascinating Freakonomics at the New York Times this afternoon by Stephen J. Dubner: On the Legalization Ö or Not Ö of Marijuana He asks a number of people on both sides of the issue: “Should marijuana be legalized in … Continue reading →