Thoughts on BC Politics and More

Three years ago, Oregon became the first American state to decriminalize possession of illicit drugs. But this month, in the face of widespread drug consumption on city streets and a growing number of overdose deaths, the state’s legislature reversed direction ... ... Part of the problem in Oregon was that such a major reversal of direction demanded far more thought and preparation than was given. Law enforcement agencies were confused as to their role. Adequate treatment services were not set up. The public weren’t brought on board. There are signs that the same lack of foresight is the case here ... CLICK HERE for the full story

It's been two years since Oregon decriminalized possession of small amounts of drugs. It's an effort to offer alternatives to the criminal justice system for those struggling with substance use. ... CLICK HERE for the full interview between host Scott Simon, and Jonathon Levinson

Today the government of BC invited us to share our views on how time should be observed in our province. ... and one of the people going crazy since that announcement today, is Tara Holmes, co-founder with Bob Dino, of the group Stop the Time Change . The group was started in 2015, with a goal of doing their best to see things through within five years. “ Our supporters will do anything we ask them.   Anytime we ask them to send a letter to an MLA they do -- this is close now ”, stated Holmes. “ The survey’s really easy.   I looked at it and it took three minutes.   It’s simple so hopefully everyone does it ”, she continued According to the provincial government, the online survey will be available from June 24, 2019, to July 19, 2019, at the link below. The survey website has background information on the history of time observance in British Columbia and the impact of various options, such as changes to the timings of sunrise and sunset a...