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The Jamaica Plain Forum Presents, “Addicted to Failure: Exporting the Drug War Overseas”

Sanho Tree, Director of the Drug Policy Project, Institute for Policy Studies

Friday, July 27th at 7:00pm
First Church in Jamaica Plain, Unitarian Universalist Parish Hall
6 Eliot St (across from the Monument), Jamaica Plain, MA

It is no secret that current policy ignores the effects of racism and poverty that helps drive the illicit drug economy.  In the US, these roots include decaying school systems, lack of inner city and rural jobs, shortage of affordable housing, lack of health care, and social alienation.  International challenges include exportation of the “War on Drugs” to Colombia and Afghanistan, “counternarcotics” aid to repressive regimes, and environmental destruction caused by our eradication and fumigation policies.  

Why have these policies not succeeded despite hundreds of billions of dollars having been thrown at the problem?  Are there alternatives to the current drug war quagmire?  Sanho Tree, Director of the Drug Policy Project at the Institute for Policy Studies, will dissect the politics behind these failed policies and suggest avenues for fundamental reform. 

Mr. Tree advocates for systemic reform by reaching out to non-traditional allies and employing innovative tactics to promote a sustainable, constitutional, and humane drug control policy.  He encourages replacing the punitive and coercive “social control” model of drug policy with a public health and economic development model.

For more information, visit the Jamaica Plain Forum website at http://www.jamaicaplainforum.org

Single professional male looking for a non-smoking male roommate to share a recently renovated 2 bedroom condo starting August 1st on Wenham St in the Forest Hills area of Jamaica Plain.

Lease term is either 3mths or 6mths but is flexible and so is the start date. Ideal for a full time professional, post-doc or serious grad student with a busy schedule.

The Unit: In the last 2 years the Condo has had all the common areas renovated. The kitchen is very open with plenty of space with all stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops. Brand new bathroom with shower and bath combination. Throughout the condo there are wooden floors and the decor is clean and crisp. Sitting room and dinning room are fully furnished. Dryer/Washer in the basement and is included in the fee. Backyard has a patio area with a BBQ that can be used.

Your Room: Includes a queen bed and side table. Large closet. Approx 12×13 sq ft

Location: 5-10min walk to the Forest Hills Station.
Jamaica Plain Center is less than 25mins where you will find a lot of places to Shop, Restaurants, Cafes, Bars, and Ethnic Food etc
30mins to Downtown Boston on the T
30mins to Logan Airport
Mikes Gym is only 10mins drive away.

Parking available on the street with a parking permit between Mon-Fri 8am-6pm otherwise no permit needed.

The building: Owner occupied condo with 2 other units on a quiet tree lined Street close to bars, shops and parks…………………………………

Following the link to Craigslist to see more and pictures, http://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/roo/383221152.html

Hello Neighbors,

I have a fantastic condo apartment on Wenham St. in Forest Hills available to rent  9/1.  Please check out all of the details on my craigslist ad and if you might be interested (or know someone who might be), give me a call at 617-501-3377 or email me at rebecca.swartz@target.com.  I am happy to answer questions.

http://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/abo/368744328.html.

Sincerely,

Rebecca

Former JP resident Scott Fruhan just released a folk album called Heath Street. You can check it out in the local music section of Rhythm and Muse or listen to it on his website at www.heathstreetmusic.com, or myspace.com/heathstreetmusic. Send him a note at scott@heathstreetmusic.com to get on his email list.

“In Boston’s old neighborhood of Jamaica Plain, the tracks of the Heath Street train line lie unused between the hospital and the arbor.  Bicycle commuters careen their way among the cracks and pits.  Beginning in 2004, songwriter Scott Fruhan started a music project, Heath Street, to remember these tracks and the people they have borne through the years. Now a medical student in New York city, Fruhan released Heath Street’s self-titled debut album in January 2007. With catchy instrumentation and vivid lyrics, Heath Street tells the stories of the paths trodden and crossed by thousands of city-dwellers in a neighborhood undergoing change.”

Hi Neighbors,

You may have noticed that our google calendar, over to right, is not working. I am looking into what happened, could use some help, but to hope to have it resolved shortly.

Any techies out there?

Another other issues needs to be resolved, and suggestions. Please leave a comment.