Legalization: Vermont States Attorney Calls for Decriminalization of All Drugs
A Vermont states attorney has spoken out publicly against the drug war. All drugs should be "decriminalized" and drug abuse considered as a public health issue, he says.
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Europe: Italian Government Loosens Marijuana Possession Limits
An administrative measure last week doubled the amount of marijuana people can possess without facing criminal charges.
Election 2006: Massachusetts Voters in Four More Districts Continue the Clamor for Marijuana Law Reform
Four more Massachusetts representative districts have voted to ask their reps to support either marijuana decriminalization or medical marijuana bills in the state legislature.
Europe: Scottish Police Move Toward Warnings for Simple Marijuana Possession
Scottish police have embarked on a pilot program where people caught with small amounts of marijuana are warned, not arrested.
Europe: British Public Supports More Rational Drug Policies, Survey Says
A new survey of British attitudes toward drug policy reform suggests a new realism and pragmatism. Will the politicians follow the wisdom of the voters?
Editorial: Legalize the Drug Trade to Cut Off Terrorism Funding
In a time of global insecurity we need clearer thinking from our leaders about this issue.
Marijuana Policy Project: Join us to explore a Massachusetts decriminalization initiative
The Marijuana Policy Project will be working with other groups in Massachusetts to explore the possibility of placing a "decriminalization" initiative on the November 2008 ballot. To kick everything off, MPP executive director Rob Kampia will be meeting with supportive groups and individuals at a fundraising party in Boston on Thursday, February 22.
Public Forum: Should drugs be decriminalized?
Mark Forsythe of CBC radio will be host/moderator for this special event featuring retired provincial court judge Jerry Paradis and Tony Smith, a retired police officer. Both men are members of Law Enforcement Against Prohibition (LEAP).