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Tragic Loss: Tom McCain, Peachtree NORML activist

Tom McCain pictured in his favorite black fedora with gold leaf pin, Peachtree NORML Executive Director and cannabis activist, died today, June 23, 2022.

With deepest sadness, we announce the passing of Tom McCain, Peachtree NORML’s executive director emeritus and long-time board member. Tom suffered a heart attack on June 12th. He did not regain consciousness and passed peacefully on June 23rd, 2022 Read more

Gwinnett County: Contact Your Commissioners NOW!

The Gwinnett County Commission could vote TUESDAY 12/7 to decriminalize possession of <1 oz of cannabis.

The Commissioners postponed their vote last month, saying, “[We need] to get more consensus from organizations or folks that would be impacted if Read more

Georgia State Students Make Anti-Prohibition Film

Tom McCain seated in home office during on-camera interview.

80 years of prohibition has had a far higher toll than cannabis use ever could. It’s time for the Georgia legislature to stop denying the will of the people.

We’re so happy to showcase this student film from our Read more

Gwinnett DELAYS Vote to Reduce Harm of Cannabis Arrests

Gwinnett Commissioners failed to enact basic reforms on cannabis use. Constituents are encouraged to contact their commissioners to press for change. Read more

Call to Action: Contact Gwinnett Commissioners

Tell your Gwinnett County Commissioners to vote FOR the cannabis harm reduction ordinance, reducing simple possession a civil fine rather than a criminal arrest. Read more

Late Colorado Activist ‘Wayward Bill,’ Remembered by Peachtree NORML

A vanguard activist in the US cannabis legalization movement, William "Wayward Bill" Chengelis, died August 7, 2021 at the age of 70. Chengelis helped legalize cannabis in Colorado in 2012 and frequently traveled to other states, including Georgia, to encourage and advise activists. Read more