Organizing tip of the week: Tell a compelling story

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Story telling for social change

“It is our sincere hope that Re:ImaginingChange will be a conversation starter with people from all walks of life who are willing to think big, dream hard, and struggle like hell for a better world.” From Re:imagining change. An introduction … more


The War on Drugs: Worth it or Worthless?

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Ethan Nadelmann debates Asa Hutchinson

Last week, our chapter at the University of Arkansas hosted a hugely successful drug war debate, generating widespread media coverage and bringing together an audience of nearly 400 people. I spoke with University of Arkansas SSDP chapter leader Stephen Duke about the event; 1. … more


SSDP Press Release

Press Release: SSDP responds to Obama's statement on drug legalization

For immediate release: January 31, 2011 Contact: Washington DC Headquarters (202)293-4414, San Francisco Headquarters (415)875-9463 Student Activists Praise Obama’s New Position Welcoming Legalization Debate Statement in YouTube online town hall meeting called step in right direction, but still not enough … more