For the Activist Who Has Everything

Useless political gifts for the holiday season

"...Actually, they're not all useless, but some of the most useful..."

Dec. 17, 2004 News Feature

Possession of Small Amounts of Marijuana Effectively Decriminalized in Travis County

Texas decriminalizes “hemp,” chaos ensues

"...As of last month, possession of small amounts of marijuana has..."

July 12, 2019 News Feature by Kevin Curtin

Last of a Breed

Veteran Austin music scribe tackles a topic equal to his skill: Willie Nelson

"...author Joe Nick Patoski has leveraged his own slice of Texas heaven just beyond the banks of the Blanco..."

April 25, 2008 Music Feature by Dan Oko

Willie Nelson Concert Benefits Medical Marijuana

"...Dear sirs, One of the men who have been heroes of mine for..."

Aug. 1, 2007 Postmarks

Reefer Madness: Eye for an Eye, Ounce for an Ounce

Will the Lege downgrade the punishment for pot possession this session?

"...This is at least the fourth legislative session in which Rep. Harold Dutton, D-Hous­ton,..."

April 24, 2009 News Column by Jordan Smith

Hop on the Bus, Gus; Donate a New Can, Stan

"...With all the holiday hoo-hah, we neglected to inform you fine, commuting-types..."

Dec. 22, 1995 Column

Off the Record

Blazing Saddles: Willie Nelson campaigns for the Teapot Party

"...patrol checkpoint on I-10 in Sierra Blanca, Texas, after officials first smelled and then reportedly seized 6 ounces of..."

Dec. 3, 2010 Music Column by Austin Powell

When the Smoke Clears, Things Look Pretty Unfair

Blacks and Hispanics get the short end of the joint in NYC

"...And now for another ditty from the Inequities of the Drug War..."

March 9, 2007 News Post by Jordan Smith

Under the Holiday Bush

A holiday gift guide for the political junkie.

"...Who says George W. Bush has wrecked the economy? He -- and his supporters in the right-wing..."

Dec. 12, 2003 News Feature by Lee Nichols

The Backstage Crew

Council Candidates' Consultants Direct the Show

"...The Dream Team Scheme..."

April 11, 1997 News Feature

At the Capitol, Texas Tries to Catch Up With Cannabis

From medical use to decriminalization to legalization, marijuana seems to have bipartisan support, so what's taking so long?

"...Oklahoma's making Texas look bad. They've got a robust medical marijuana program, a head start..."

May 3, 2019 News Feature by Kevin Curtin

How Much Reform Is Enough in the Travis County District Attorney Race?

Incumbent D.A. Margaret Moore faces challengers from the left

"...to run on her record as a criminal justice reformer. She could point to her aggressive reorganization and rebuilding..."

Aug. 23, 2019 News Feature by Michael King

Feeling the Heat

A profile of the new Texas ACLU and Executive Director Will Harrell

"...For an organization that limped through the Nineties with virtually..."

April 27, 2001 News Feature by Michael Erard

Everybody Must Get Stoned!

The national trend of marijuana reform law continues to build

"...Three weeks ago, Allen St. Pierre ducked out of his Washington, D.C., office for a midday dentist appointment...."

March 15, 2013 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Waving Sen. Norm Coleman's Freak Flag

"...It’s always nice to start out the day with a steaming cup of sweet irony. So,..."

June 27, 2007 News Post by Jordan Smith

If You're a Viper

From 'La Cucaracha' to Snoop Dogg and Willie Nelson: P-O-T

"...You'll be high, but not for long..."

May 25, 2007 Music Feature by Margaret Moser

A Quarter Ounce a Day

Texas man lives by -- and fights for -- medical marijuana

"...George McMahon of Tyler is one of seven people in the United..."

June 20, 2003 News Feature by Andrew Slaton

Reefer Madness

Pot is the gateway to hell. Who knew?

"...In 1972, Republican former Pennsylvania Gov. Raymond Shafer presented to the president the..."

Aug. 8, 2008 News Column by Jordan Smith

Toke 'Em If You Got 'Em: Pot Prohibition Turns 70 ... and Pot Arrests Keep Adding Up

That’s right, 70 years ago this week, the federal Marihuana Tax Act of 1937 took effect, giving life to the federal pot prohibition we’ve all come to know and love.

"...That’s right, 70 years ago this week, the federal Marihuana Tax Act of 1937 took effect, giving..."

Oct. 2, 2007 News Post by Jordan Smith

Miss Understood

Carolyn Wonderland through the looking glass

"..."It's the famous story, that I was out at the Backyard,..."

May 2, 2008 Music Feature by Margaret Moser

Pow! Thud! Chemo!

Halloween cops vs halloween marijuana legalizers, and charity wins!

"...Is there a more giving time than Halloween? Seemingly not. Remember..."

Oct. 25, 2007 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Naked City

Poll: If Limbaugh did the crime, he should do the time

"...Should Ditto Master Rush Limbaugh be tossed into the pokey for having his maid illegally obtain narcotics to..."

Jan. 16, 2004 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Weed Watch

The draconian R.A.V.E. Act sneaks back into Congress, but reform advocates are pushing drug bills across the nation -- including in Texas

"...It's baaaack. The proposed, and extremely draconian, Reducing Americans' Vulnerability to Ecstasy..."

March 14, 2003 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Reefer Madness

Feds remain illogically steadfast in opposition to medicinal marijuana

"...July was a busy month for medi-pot advocates. Among the highlights: a (brief) congressional hearing..."

Aug. 17, 2007 News Column by Jordan Smith

Weed Watch

Sensenbrenner aide gives bad, bullying legal advice ... and then vanishes

"...least one hard-line drug warrior – Jay Apperson, a former U.S. attorney turned counsel for the U.S. House Judiciary..."

Aug. 12, 2005 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Weed Watch

An overview of the latest developments on drug policy across the nation

"...The latest salvos in California's ongoing battle over the legality..."

Oct. 18, 2002 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...Quote of the Week: "We try to create a house that..."

Dec. 31, 2004 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Naked City

Congress considers yanking highway funds from states without "drugged-driving" laws

"...Jon Porter, R-Nev., on March 4 introduced legislation in the U.S. House that would withhold federal highway funding from..."

March 26, 2004 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Naked City

Bush pumps for drug testing, while the "noncontroversial" ads blare on

"...During his State of the Union address on Jan. 20, President George W...."

Jan. 30, 2004 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Will RAVE Act Stomp Out Drugs -- Or Dissent?

Drug reformers plan to sue to overturn a new federal law they say was used to stifle their criticism of government policy.

"...Americans' Vulnerability to Ecstasy Act -- better known as the RAVE Act -- would not be applied indiscriminately, it..."

June 20, 2003 News Feature by Jordan Smith

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