The Colorado Legislature is concerned about recent explosions and is looking to reign in home production of concentrates, particularly butane hash oil. Though I understand the public safety concerns, I equate them to those faced at the introduction of turkey fryers…. Read More ›
Today I testified in opposition to the proposed Felony DUI Bill (HB1043) when it was heard by the House Judiciary Committee in Colorado. Many of those who testified before me were victims of drunk driving accidents. It was clear that… Read More ›
Published January 22, 2015. POT TV – President Barack Obama – talking to a LIVE audience on YouTube – said he expects more states to legalize marijuana. “How do we move forward out of this legal gray area weirdness?” Obama… Read More ›
I was talking to a young police officer the other day. He’s stationed in a very small district with just 3 or 4 officers on duty at any one time. This in quite a change from his previous station in… Read More ›
Yesterday was Opening Day of the First Regular Session of the Seventieth General Assembly of Colorado. The balance of power has shifted. Democrats still control the feisty House, under the leadership of two strong women: Rep. Crisanta Duran as House… Read More ›
Hey Colorado! Did you know that it’s illegal to walk home from a bar (or elsewhere) if you’re too impaired to drive? Unless, that is, it’s on the same block as your destination. I got this from a CDOT (Colorado… Read More ›
Congressman Hank Johnson’s moving tribute to Eric Garner, a man who died after NYPD officers used a prohibited chokehold on him. Rep. Johnson is sponsoring legislation to curb police militarization. “Black men and boys killed by police. I can’t breathe…. Read More ›
The Denver Police Department released a video (see below) warning parents to beware of marijuana-infused edible candy in their child’s trick-or-treat bag. This story has now made it into the national news, even though there’s never been a case of… Read More ›
Smart Colorado has a billboard warning parents about marijuana-infused candy given out to children for Halloween. The Denver Police Department released a video on the same subject. But is this much ado about nothing? Although they’ve been warning parents about… Read More ›
Yesterday, Quinnipiac University released the results of a new poll out of Colorado. By a 37% margin, voters said yes to members-only clubs for marijuana consumption, although they’re not thrilled about marijuana use in venues that also serve alcohol. Voters still… Read More ›
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