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Servetus on MKUltra resurfaces as a new HBO series: “Stressed-out rats like marijuana: It isn’t just people — when given the chance rats may also use cannabis to cope…” Dec 21, 13:19
Servetus on MKUltra resurfaces as a new HBO series: “Genetic engineering promises to someday create a phone app that can detect coded genes being used as identifying markers in…” Dec 20, 14:19
Servetus on It isn’t about the drugs.: “If I were to guess I would say it’s about the oil. Venezuela’s oil reserves aren’t just large. Venezuela has…” Dec 11, 12:17
NorCalNative on It isn’t about the drugs.: “Pete, I would certainly agree it’s not about the drugs. Trump is very much about creating news cycles. Could very…” Dec 9, 15:09
Atrocity on It isn’t about the drugs.: “It’s about the sadism. It’s always been about the sadism. It’s 100% about hurting and/or killing people just to watch…” Dec 9, 09:25
Servetus on MKUltra resurfaces as a new HBO series: “Psilocybin and the rabies virus are used to explain the rewiring of mental circuits: 5-Dec-2025 – An international collaboration led…” Dec 6, 20:34
Servetus on MKUltra resurfaces as a new HBO series: “Iron fortified charcoal or “biochar” made from hemp agricultural waste can be used to clean up contaminated soil: 1-Dec-2025 –…” Dec 2, 11:29
Servetus on MKUltra resurfaces as a new HBO series: “Distinctive patterns of brain activity distinguish predispositions for addiction that differ between boys and girls: 21-Nov-2025 — The roots of…” Nov 29, 22:36
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Investigation
So while the killer of Tarika Wilson has been acquitted of any wrong-doing in a criminal court, he still faces civil proceedings. Additionally, now apparently, the Justice Department is taking a look at it. The U.S. Justice Department will review … Continue reading
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Oh, and guess what?
Charlie Lynch found guilty. What a stupid world this is.
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Celebrating
Officers cheer police shooting verdict in Lima Lima, Ohio — A jury verdict that cleared a police officer in the drug-raid shooting death of an unarmed woman will allow other officers to do their job without hesitation, police union officials … Continue reading
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Killer of Tarika Wilson acquitted. Those who set up the killing aren’t even made to apologize.
Ohio jurors acquit cop linked to death of mom holding baby The all-white jury found Sgt. Joseph Chavalia not guilty of misdemeanor charges of negligent homicide and negligent assault. Here’s the real tragedy: Outside the courthouse, Wilson’s brother, Ivory Austin … Continue reading
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Open Thread
I’m enjoying hanging out in Chicago. What’s new in the world? “bullet” Some Doubt Mayor’s Tie to Drugs — authorities are finally getting a clue as to what might have happened — too late for the dogs and the psychological … Continue reading
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The internet’s tubes are clogged
Apparently there has been a big problem all over the internet in the past day with anyone using Internet Explorer trying to access blogs or sites that have Sitemeter for tracking visits. I’m hoping that’s a quickly resolved problem that … Continue reading
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Open Thread
Note: I’m taking a few days off to do some biking and exploring in Chicago with a friend, and don’t know how much wireless access I’ll have, but I’ll be stopping by when I can. “bullet” Prohibition ups gang violence … Continue reading
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Updates
“bullet” Reason TV on the travesty in the Charlie Lynch trial. Owen Beck is silenced in the courtroom. More detail. “bullet” CNN video — Barney Frank talks about his pot decrim bill. “bullet” Trial of Sgt. Joseph Chavalia for shooting … Continue reading
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Another violent drug raid, more dead dogs. This time it’s the mayor.
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Congressmen call for federal decrim of marijuana, scaring drug warriors into strange behavior
Nick Juliano at Raw Story has great coverage of today’s press conference with Rep. Barney Frank, who is introducing a marijuana federal decriminalization bill (not expected to pass, but intended to open a dialogue). The ONDCP apparently sent their big … Continue reading
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