Posted June 10th, 2025 by hiwayhowie
COP on the Hill – Stories from the week of April 4 and 11, 2025
Affirmation from an FBI agent: Last week I moved to the Senate. As I strolled towards an office, a guy behind me asked why legalize heroin…after my 30 second answer he said he had to agree – with a note of sadness in his voice. He had recently retired after a 30 year career…his first 20 were in drug enforcement. As he moved to another task, he reflected on his 20 years…and realized that 0.0 had improved in USA during that time…they had been wasted..
His last assignment was helping the elderly who had become victims of financial abuse. He had a sense of real accomplishment of putting bad guys in prison and receiving the personal thanks from the victims.
New Ally: I had a pleasant surprise at the Norquist meeting. Shanita Penny made a presentation on why we should apply the 10th Amendment to marijuana. We had a nice chat afterwards. She is with a govt. affairs/advocacy/lobbying firm in DC.
Personal Note: I am going on vacation April 21 for 5 weeks. I will be having lunch with Dr. Buerki in Switzerland (co-author of the Swiss treatment program for heroin addiction).
This Week:
02 meetings.. Grover Norquist center-right meeting
7063 Presentations to Congressional staffers… 17 these weeks
COP stats since inception: August 2009
403 personal chats with a Member of Congress… 0 this week
481 chats with other elected officials, state reps, senators, VIPs, … 0 this week.
117 Appearances/Interviews on major TV/Radio/Print media. 0 this week
245 interviews and reports in minor media … 0 this week –
102 Radio Interviews: 0 this week
34 major conferences attended – CPAC 2024, (3 UN drug conferences in Vienna, Austria), LULAC, NRA, CBC, ASA, DPA, Dem & Repub. Presidential conventions., National Review, Republican Annual Retreat etc.) 0 this week
Media: Blaze TV {new, popular right-wing}, (Fox, ABC, CBS, NBC, Univision, BBC, CNN, NPR, OAN, German, Swiss, French, Spanish TV and radio) Detroit News, Detroit Free Press, Grand Rapids Press + 9 other MI papers. Chicago Tribune, Honolulu Star Advertiser {foto and caption}, Reason Magazine, Reuters, Stern
* Consider being a member of COP at $40 or more per year. All contributions are tax-deductible. 40 dollars buys all the copy paper COP uses in one year. Law Enforcement’s voice in opposition to current policy is vital on the Hill to achieve a repeal of federal drug prohibition. COP provides that voice. www.citizensopposingprohibition.org ( to donate by Internet)
To send a check:
COP
POB 543
Buckeystown, MD 21717
Posted June 10th, 2025 by hiwayhowie
COP on the Hill – Stories from the week of March 21 & 28, 2025
Lesson Learned: It has been a month since I sent to the White House a proposal for ending the federal prohibition of marijuana; no response and I believe there will be none for two reasons. I should not have made public this information. The chances of it happening were extremely slim to start with and my making this public effectively killed it hope. Lesson learned.
Small Change: I’ve been in the new Congress for 3 months and have noticed a change in the reaction to the message of punishment for simple possession of hard drugs AND especially that USA needs a better approach to treatment. The two bills I have had in the past have not yet been introduced. Once they are, we will know if more Members are ready for a change.
This Week:
02 meetings.. Grover Norquist center-right meeting
7046 Presentations to Congressional staffers… 15 these weeks
481 chats with other elected officials, state reps, senators, VIPs, … 01 this week.. diplomat from Georgia
COP stats since inception: August 2009
403 personal chats with a Member of Congress… 0 this week
117 Appearances/Interviews on major TV/Radio/Print media. 0 this week
245 interviews and reports in minor media … 0 this week –
102 Radio Interviews: 0 this week
34 major conferences attended – CPAC 2024, (3 UN drug conferences in Vienna, Austria), LULAC, NRA, CBC, ASA, DPA, Dem & Repub. Presidential conventions., National Review, Republican Annual Retreat etc.) 0 this week
Media: Blaze TV {new, popular right-wing}, (Fox, ABC, CBS, NBC, Univision, BBC, CNN, NPR, OAN, German, Swiss, French, Spanish TV and radio) Detroit News, Detroit Free Press, Grand Rapids Press + 9 other MI papers. Chicago Tribune, Honolulu Star Advertiser {foto and caption}, Reason Magazine, Reuters, Stern
* Consider being a member of COP at $40 or more per year. All contributions are tax-deductible. 40 dollars buys all the copy paper COP uses in one year. Law Enforcement’s voice in opposition to current policy is vital on the Hill to achieve a repeal of federal drug prohibition. COP provides that voice. www.citizensopposingprohibition.org ( to donate by Internet)
To send a check:
COP
POB 543
Buckeystown, MD 21717
Posted June 10th, 2025 by hiwayhowie
COP on the Hill – stories from the weeks of March 7 and 14, 2025
Update: My written proposal to the WH staffer was received 10 days ago…still waiting for a response.
Progress Continues: I had a chat with the leading R in NJ’s governor’s race this fall. All positive.
Daily Stuff: As I go around the offices, obtaining needed info on who handles criminal justice and health issues, I wear my windbreaker with the “Legalize Heroin” on the back…This continues to draw attention of staffers and another 6 or so ask me daily…we engage..all good
This Week:
02 meetings.. Grover Norquist center-right meeting
7031 Presentations to Congressional staffers… 17 these weeks
480 chats with other elected officials, state reps, senators, VIPs, … 01 this week.. R from NJ running for governor
COP stats since inception: August 2009
403 personal chats with a Member of Congress… 0 this week
117 Appearances/Interviews on major TV/Radio/Print media. 0 this week
245 interviews and reports in minor media … 0 this week –
102 Radio Interviews: 0 this week
34 major conferences attended – CPAC 2024, (3 UN drug conferences in Vienna, Austria), LULAC, NRA, CBC, ASA, DPA, Dem & Repub. Presidential conventions., National Review, Republican Annual Retreat etc.) 0 this week
Media: Blaze TV {new, popular right-wing}, (Fox, ABC, CBS, NBC, Univision, BBC, CNN, NPR, OAN, German, Swiss, French, Spanish TV and radio) Detroit News, Detroit Free Press, Grand Rapids Press + 9 other MI papers. Chicago Tribune, Honolulu Star Advertiser {foto and caption}, Reason Magazine, Reuters, Stern
* Consider being a member of COP at $40 or more per year. All contributions are tax-deductible. 40 dollars buys all the copy paper COP uses in one year. Law Enforcement’s voice in opposition to current policy is vital on the Hill to achieve a repeal of federal drug prohibition. COP provides that voice. www.citizensopposingprohibition.org ( to donate by Internet)
To send a check:
COP
POB 543
Buckeystown, MD 21717
Posted June 10th, 2025 by hiwayhowie
COP on the Hill – stories from the weeks of February 19 and 26, 2025
That was mean: I have hung my COP jacket in this cloak room for 15 years – no problemo…this Wednesday someone did not like the message: COPS SAY LEGALIZE HEROIN. He/She took it off the hanger and put it on the floor.
Tough part of the Job: I was having a good chat with a House staffer. I was touching upon how relapse is especially deadly…he replied, “I know. That is how my father died a year ago.” I hear how staffers lose friends/acquaintances all the time…hearing his story took my breath away.
Possibilities: At the Grover Norquist meeting, I had my first chat this session with a White House staffer…we exchanged cards. She invited me to write up a proposal, and if approved, come to the WH for a discussion on why should Trump support legalizing marijuana at the federal level…Naturally, I asked the top MJ lobbyist in DC, Don Murphy for his help..Stay tuned.
This Week:
02 meetings.. Grover Norquist center-right meeting
7014 Presentations to Congressional staffers… 15 these weeks
479 chats with other elected officials, state reps, senators, VIPs, … 02 this week.. White House staffer and diplomat from Lithuania (fascinating chat).
COP stats since inception: August 2009
403 personal chats with a Member of Congress… 0 this week
117 Appearances/Interviews on major TV/Radio/Print media. 0 this week
245 interviews and reports in minor media … 0 this week –
102 Radio Interviews: 0 this week
34 major conferences attended – CPAC 2024, (3 UN drug conferences in Vienna, Austria), LULAC, NRA, CBC, ASA, DPA, Dem & Repub. Presidential conventions., National Review, Republican Annual Retreat etc.) 0 this week
Media: Blaze TV {new, popular right-wing}, (Fox, ABC, CBS, NBC, Univision, BBC, CNN, NPR, OAN, German, Swiss, French, Spanish TV and radio) Detroit News, Detroit Free Press, Grand Rapids Press + 9 other MI papers. Chicago Tribune, Honolulu Star Advertiser {foto and caption}, Reason Magazine, Reuters, Stern
* Consider being a member of COP at $40 or more per year. All contributions are tax-deductible. 40 dollars buys all the copy paper COP uses in one year. Law Enforcement’s voice in opposition to current policy is vital on the Hill to achieve a repeal of federal drug prohibition. COP provides that voice. www.citizensopposingprohibition.org ( to donate by Internet)
To send a check:
COP
POB 543
Buckeystown, MD 21717
Posted February 18th, 2025 by hiwayhowie
This Week:
Where is Dunkin Donuts?: I had cleared security and about to head out, when the question of why was asked (on my jacket)..After the 30 second response, she asked where the Dunkin was…I said follow me which gave me another 2 minutes…she asked for my card…She works with CBS news…good start to my day
IPI (impress, persuade, inspire): ..finishing my lunch in the crowded House cafeteria, 3 ladies asked why (jacket was visible on the back of my chair). Noticing their Spanish accent, I switched to Spanish and had a good 5 minute chat, as they asked many questions…the next table over had a half-dozen fire chiefs who were day lobbyists in their uniforms..when I switched to Spanish, several cocked their ear our way…fun.
This Week:
02 meeting.. Grover Norquist center-right meeting
6099 Presentations to Congressional staffers… 05 this week
COP stats since inception: August 2009
403 personal chats with a Member of Congress… 0 this week
477 chats with other elected officials, state reps, senators, VIPs, … 0 this week..
117 Appearances/Interviews on major TV/Radio/Print media. 0 this week
245 interviews and reports in minor media … 0 this week –
102 Radio Interviews: 0 this week
34 major conferences attended – CPAC 2024, (3 UN drug conferences in Vienna, Austria), LULAC, NRA, CBC, ASA, DPA, Dem & Repub. Presidential conventions., National Review, Republican Annual Retreat etc.) 0 this week
Media: Blaze TV {new, popular right-wing}, (Fox, ABC, CBS, NBC, Univision, BBC, CNN, NPR, OAN, German, Swiss, French, Spanish TV and radio) Detroit News, Detroit Free Press, Grand Rapids Press + 9 other MI papers. Chicago Tribune, Honolulu Star Advertiser {foto and caption}, Reason Magazine, Reuters, Stern
* Consider being a member of COP at $40 or more per year. All contributions are tax-deductible. 40 dollars buys all the copy paper COP uses in one year. Law Enforcement’s voice in opposition to current policy is vital on the Hill to achieve a repeal of federal drug prohibition. COP provides that voice. www.citizensopposingprohibition.org ( to donate by Internet)
To send a check:
COP
POB 543
Buckeystown, MD 21717
