Ban Chocolate, Keep Dogs Safe
Surely Leonhart isn’t suggesting we ban chocolate in order to keep the dogs safe?
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Project Propaganda: SAM's Real Agenda
Our friends over at High Times recently put out an article detailing some of the glowing orbs of shit that Project SAM is disseminating. It got me thinking about their true motives,…
Dr. Sanjay Gupta: “I Am Doubling Down On Medical Marijuana”
On the CNN website today, Dr. Sanjay Gupta writes: “I am more convinced than ever that it is irresponsible to not provide the best care we can, care that often may involve marijuana. I am not backing down on medical marijuana; I am doubling down.”
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CA Gov. Jerry Brown: ‘How Many People Can Get Stoned and Still Have a Great State?’
"Meet the Press" host David Gregory asked Gov Jerry Brown about the possibility of legalized recreational marijuana use in California.
Reefer Madness Continues: Can Marijuana Kill You?
A recent headline reads: “Can Marijuana Kill You? German Scientists Say Yes.” The article focuses on a study of two (count ‘em, two!) young men who died while they had detectable levels of THC in their blood
Russia's Drug Czar Spouts Pure Reefer Madness, Rules Out Cannabis Legalization
Viktor Ivanov, head of Russia’s Federal Drug Control Service (FSKN), recently spouted some pure, Grade A cannabis reefer madness in an interview with the Interfax news agency.
Maryland Governor Suffering From Reefer Madness
Maryland Gov. Martin O’Malley has stated repeatedly that he opposes decriminalizing marijuana, a sensible measure already adopted by 16 other states, including red states like Nebraska and Mississippi.
Colbert Roasts Patrick Kennedy
Like any Project SAM interview, this one had polished talking points and scare tactics while refusing to answer any questions with authenticity or facts.
Congress Slams Drug Czar's Office for Relying on Propaganda
Congressional Members Slam Drug Czar's Office for Failing to Acknowledge Facts About Marijuana and Relying on Marijuana 'Propaganda'
Whitehouse.gov and Cannabis: What the FAQ? Part 2
Continuing from Part 1 of my What the FAQ?, in regards to Whitehouse.gov's rather exhaustive (and highly biased) FAQ section on marijuana. Lets dive right...
DEA Chief Criticizes Obama Marijuana Remarks, But Faces Backlash
Criticism is mounting over reported remarks last week of DEA chief Michele Leonhart in a speech to the Major Counties Sheriffs Association. Leonhart criticized her boss, President Obama
Want MMJ? Give Me Your Gun!
The Illinois Department of Public Health has proposed a rule that would prohibit anyone with a medical marijuana authorization from also having a gun...
Whitehouse.gov and Cannabis: What the FAQ? Part 1
Obama's recent bombshell comments on marijuana fired up my curiosity to do a bit more digging. Whitehouse.gov has quite an exhaustive (and highly biased) FAQ section on marijuana. My original intent
David Brooks, Tina Brown, Joe Scarborough, and Pat Buchanan All Hate Weed Cause They’re Old
What do David Brooks, Tina Brown, Joe Scarborough, and Pat Buchanan have in common, besides their lily whiteness and comfy careers nurtured in the ivory halls of corporate media? Answer:
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Reason: The 5 Best Drug Scares of 2013
Jacob Sullum recounts 2013's top 5 drug scares, from energy drink phobias to e-cigarette gateway theories.
Marijuana Arbitrarily Blamed for Young Man's Ruination
We all know we're in for quite a treat when the article starts with "James Alexander Kiesling seemingly had it all." Buckle up for this tale of cannabis woe
Vaporizers Under Fire in Mainstream Media
A number of recent articles and video news reports use a scare tactic approach to alarm people about the alleged dangers of vaporizers.
Grassley Says Marijuana Prohibition Is Based on Science
Grassley's claim that marijuana prohibition is based on science is upsetting, but the fact that his opinion will be used by other uneducated folks is sad.