Morgan Stanley Says Global Wine Shortage; We Say Cannabis Great Substitute
Quick, wine connoisseurs, panic! Morgan Stanley Research released a report saying a global wine shortage is coming. If legalized, could cannabis serve as a
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Legal Weed is the Cheapest Weed
Not surprising, a recent study shows the cheapest weed in America comes from Washington and Colorado, where it is legalized. This infographic shows where...
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Dan Riffle on CNN: Marijuana is Safer Than Alcohol
In an excellent article on CNN, MPP's Dan Riffle explains that marijuana is safer than alcohol, and describes the folly of cannabis prohibition.
Pierce County, WA Council Members Seek to Reinstall Prohibition
Apparently inspired by the handful of elected officials in D.C. who brought our government to a dead stop, several Pierce County, WA council members are...
Colbert Report on Marijuana Legalization Re-Names States "Cheech-orado" and "Washing-Chong"
Last night on Comedy Central satirical news show The Colbert Report, Colbert, covered recent marijuana legalization efforts around the country. The bit has
Tales From the Grow: 24-Hour Lease
Over time, zig-zagging around the greater Northwest became an occupational requirement. We developed a map of safe zones: Idaho and parts of eastern Oregon
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The Doomed Economics of Drug Prohibition
Jacob Sullum recounts a study which found that the purity of drugs has risen while the price has dropped, and explains the economics of drug prohibition.
Why More Women Should Grow Marijuana
Lately there has been a lot of editorial coverage about women not being at home in the world of weed. However, getting rid of girls in bikinis is not the...
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UK Police Chief: It Is Time To End The War On Drugs
Mike Barton, Durham's chief constable says it's time to end the war on drugs. "What I am saying is that drugs should be controlled."
Latin American Leaders Talk Drug Reform at UN
Once again, the United Nations' General Assembly meeting in New York City has become a forum for calls for drug reform.
Film Review: "The House I Live In"
“The House I Live In” is one of the most important documentaries made in the last 10 years. I urge each and every one of you to watch it today.
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Legal Marijuana Should Cost $4.44 A Pound
A great article on Beyond Chronic describes the fair market price of legal marijuana before the dawn of prohibition; up to $0.33 per pound in 1927.
Pressure Mounts for Marijuana Reform in Bermuda
A meeting organized by One Bermuda Alliance's youth wing, the Future Bermuda Alliance, to discuss marijuana reform, drew a hundred residents and supporters.
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If You Still Think Pot Should Be Illegal, You Are An A**hole
John Michael explains why even well-intended folks that think pot should be illegal, with arguments such as 'what about the children?!?', are simply wrong.
Will Uruguay Be The First To End Marijuana Prohibition?
The Uruguayan Senate is expected to pass the bill, which would make Uruguay the first country to end marijuana prohibition on a national level.
Return To The Liberty Bell For Smoke Down Prohibition IX
The monthly protest of draconian federal cannabis laws continues in front of the Liberty Bell with the ninth Smoke Down Prohibition Rally on September 21st.
Chronicle Book Review: "Reefer Sanity"
Sabet has organized and expanded his arguments in Reefer Sanity, and people interested in marijuana laws will be remiss if they fail to address them.
Bill To Legalize Marijuana Introduced In DC
A bill that would legalize marijuana for adults over 21 and set up a system of regulated marijuana commerce was introduced in the DC city council.