Author Archives: Pete Guither

What do we know about Seattle Police Chief Gil Kerlikowske? Update: Lots of good stuff in comments. The early consensus seems to be that he won’t be a friend to drug policy reform, but he’s less likely to be the … Continue reading →

It’s so sad to be in a state where the Democrats have to be both the party in charge and the opposition party at the same time (It was the Democrats who impeached our Democratic governor). Unfortunately, the rules make … Continue reading →

I’ve been trying to figure out the whole nonsense of Sheriff Lott trying to go after Michael Phelps for “breaking the law.” I’m no lawyer, and I don’t know much about South Carolina laws. Going into today, here’s what Sheriff … Continue reading →

Holy crap. Sheriff Lott is certifiable. Lott says the picture indicated a law was being broken in his jurisdiction. He said he couldn’t ignore the violation just because Phelps is rich and famous. We’ve now learned that since investigators began … Continue reading →

The Nashua Telegraph (NH) actually has a significant discussion going on in the paper about marijuana (and other drugs) — they even have a resource page for all the articles in the Pot Debate. It attempts to cover all sides, … Continue reading →

“bullet” Steve Steiner is stark raving mad. Dammad, as those who have followed his antics for awhile can attest. He’s issued a press release… Steven Steiner cringes when he hears pundits and others wonder aloud whether Michael Phelps’ use of … Continue reading →

SNL takes on the Michael Phelps story: Update: For those out of the country who can’t get the video, here’s a transcript. It loses something without Seth Meyers’ delivery, but just imagine his intensely earnest sarcasm. On Thursday, Kelloggs announced … Continue reading →

This kind of thing is definitely encouraging. Editorial: This newspaper has traditionally opposed the legalization of drugs. […] There is mounting evidence the so-called War on Drugs can’t be won — and too many people are dying while it’s being … Continue reading →

Burlington, NC police received an anonymous tip that methamphetamines were being manufactured in a house where Jessica Garrison lives with her 2-year-old daughter and her pet Chow-Chow. They were smart enough not to bust in on her at home, instead … Continue reading →

I mean, this is just embarrassing. In a college paper debate at Oklahoma State University, we have The burning question: Should marijuana be legalized? Anti- And what argument does Meg Foster present for keeping marijuana illegal? On Aug. 17, 2007, … Continue reading →