opinion
TO RIGHT A WRONG
The federal prohibition on marijuana has damaged American lives for half a century; this is the latest and most egregious example of it.
Jason Flores-Williams is an author, political activist, and civil rights attorney. He is best known for his legal work on behalf of death row clients, political protesters, the homeless population of Denver, and his suit to have the Colorado River recognized as a legal person. Flores-Williams is an acknowledged expert in conspiracy law and First Amendment cases whose views are frequently sought by media organizations, including The Washington Post, The New York Times, and the Los Angeles Times. He was also a lead organizer of the protests against the 2004 Republican National Convention. He lives in Denver, Colorado.