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Historic 4/20: Colorado Voters Have Chance to End Marijuana Prohibition

Art Way, AlterNet. April 17, 2012.

It’s time to end nearly a century of Colorado's marijuana prohibition, a policy that failed as badly as alcohol prohibition. The common sense solution: regulation.

13 States Working Towards Smart, Sane Marijuana Laws

Phillip Smith, Drug War Chronicle. February 14, 2012.

State legislatures have convened or are convening all around the country, and once again this year, marijuana decriminalization or legalization are hot topics at the statehouse.

What do Rihanna's Pot-Smoking Photos Really Reveal? The Divide Between Mainstream Culture and Drug Law

Kassandra Frederique, AlterNet. January 20, 2012.

Rihanna is another example of how normalized marijuana use has become in mainstream culture, but as common as pot may be, getting arrested for it is no joke.

Ten Years Ago Portugal Legalized All Drugs -- What Happened Next?

Tony O'Neil, The Fix. July 14, 2011.

When the nation legalized all drugs within its borders, most critics predicted disaster. But a decade later, drug use has plunged dramatically.

Portugal Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary of Decriminalizing Drugs By Tony Newman

Tony Newman, AlterNet. July 6, 2011.

Our 40 year war on drugs is proof of failure. Portugal is an example of an alternative. It is time for an exit strategy from our longest, costliest war!

Pot Continues to Climb in Public Opinion Polls -- Zogby Goes Over 50%

DRCNetMay 14, 2009.

Support for marijuana legalization or decriminalization among the American public continues to climb.

Pot vs. Booze: A Former Police Chief's Take

Norm Stamper, Huffington Post. April 22, 2009.

Marijuana smokers show greater responsibility in their choice of drugs than those of us who choose (and abuse) alcohol.

Is It Possible the War on Pot Is on Its Last Legs?

Nathan Comp, In These Times. April 20, 2009.

Once derided and dismissed by lawmakers, law enforcers and the law-abiding alike, marijuana reform is now sweeping the nation.

Legalizing Pot Makes Lots of Cents for Our Cash-Starved Government

Paul Armentano, AlterNet. April 14, 2009.

Even the most mainstream figures are now taking the idea of legalizing and taxing pot seriously -- budget-crunched governments should listen.

The Financial Crisis Just Might Lead to Legal Pot

Marcelo Ballve, New America Media. March 13, 2009.

The recession is spotlighting the rationale for decriminalizing marijuana.

Proposition K: Changing the Landscape for Sex Workers

Sienna Baskin, Melissa Ditmore, RH Reality Check. October 29, 2008.

The passage of San Francisco's Proposition K would be a critical first step toward reducing sex workers' vulnerability to violence.

Obama vs. McCain: Progressive Voter Guide to Drug Issues

AlterNetOctober 10, 2008.

Find out how Obama and McCain compare on everything from drug sentencing laws to drug use in politicians' personal lives.

Why Prostitution Should Be Decriminalized

Rita Nakashima Brock, On The Issues Magazine. October 3, 2008.

The decriminalization of prostitution is one feminist strategy for helping women lead better lives.

Should Prostitution Be Legalized?

Amelia, The Frisky. August 2, 2008.

The pros and cons of decriminalization and legalization.

Should Prostitution Be Legalized?

Amelia, The Frisky. July 30, 2008.

The pros and cons of decriminalization and legalization.

Making Pot Legal: We Can Do It -- Here's How

Paul Armentano, AlterNet. February 12, 2008.

Changing public opinion about pot isn't easy. Changing America's anti-pot laws is even harder -- here's a blueprint to get it done.

Marijuana Decriminalization Moves Forward in New Jersey

Paul Armentano, December 31, 1969.


Reefer Madness: CA Cop Worries Legalizing Pot Will Make Window Washers Fall From High-Rises -- And Kill Passersby

Kristen Gwynne, December 31, 1969.


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