It doesn’t change my take on the legalization question. But TPM Reader RG has what I think is the best counter-argument …
I teach a graduate-level class in drug use epidemiology, and we spend a lot of time talking about alcohol and tobacco as well as illicit drug use. We have one lecture that covers marijuana policy, and I close with a slide picturing “Joe Camel” and the question “Do we really want to hand control over to these guys”?
Elizabeth Warren slams Republicans for filibustering Consumer Protection Agency Chief.
I mentioned in this earlier post that I now support marijuana legalization. I’m not sure I’m the person anyone looks to on this issue. But I thought I’d share some of why I changed my mind — in part because it has something to do with gay marriage. Read More
NAACP president reportedly has extremely awkward moment with solicitor general.