Author Archives: Pete Guither

This OpEd by Richard M. Evans in several papers in Massachusetts says it right. Don’t look now, but the resounding two-to-one victory of Question 2, the marijuana decriminalization initiative, may well turn out to be a blessing to Gov. Deval … Continue reading →

Hawaii Tribune Herald The Police Department won’t ease enforcement of marijuana laws following the passage of a ballot initiative making that the “lowest law enforcement priority.” “No. 1, it’s not a law. It’s a resolution,” Police Chief Lawrence Mahuna said. … Continue reading →

“bullet” Submit your ideas to the transition team. Make it polite and constructive. Talk about reforming drug policy as a means toward revitalizing the economy, putting people back to work, restoring families, and building communities. “bullet” Obama speaks with world … Continue reading →

In yet another instance of epic fail, the drug czar’s office has come up with some new anti-marijuana ads. These will be hanging on dorm room walls and in stoner basements in no time. Click on the image to see … Continue reading →

Via Digby FDR was, of course, a consummate political leader. In one situation, a group came to him urging specific actions in support of a cause in which they deeply believed. He replied: “I agree with you, I want to … Continue reading →

Surprise. Not. The nearly $5 billion U.S. aid package known as Plan Colombia failed to meet its goal of halving illegal narcotics production in this Andean nation, says a U.S. congressional report released Wednesday. Um, yeah. Sort of like I … Continue reading →

Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich is looking for someone to replace Senator Obama. Wanted: Someone to serve two years in the U.S. Senate. Requirements: Must be at least 30 years old, a U.S. citizen for at least nine years and an … Continue reading →

OK, we have a new President, probably a new direction, lots of new possibilities (and also the possibility that nothing will change). Putting aside temporarily my usual mantra that our efforts must be to motivate the people rather than count … Continue reading →

“bullet” Fines, not jail, for an ounce or less of marijuana, will now be the law in Massachusetts. “bullet” Sado-moralist Mark Souder (Indiana) will be returning to Congress. “bullet” Medical Marijuana wins in Michigan.

Vote. You know you want to be part of this one, so just do it. I’m not going to tell you who to vote for. By now, if you’ve got a brain, you’ve figured out what you’d like to do … Continue reading →