Reclassifying it and other such drugs could make it hard for those with chronic pain to get relief.
Letting independent experts help rein in costs is not un-American. It's pragmatic.
Judges may decide whether a punishment fits the criminal as well as the crime. But whether a crime was committed is for the jury, not the judge, to determine.
The Internet activist's suicide may prod Congress to narrow the scope of two laws that federal prosecutors were using against him.
Will his case be enough to help put this chemical-abuse era behind us? Not without strong rules and testing.
His proposals to curb gun violence make good sense, but the most significant changes will require Congress' help.
Gov. Brown wants major changes at the UC and Cal State University systems. Some of his ideas are good, but many could change the very nature of those institutions.
The U.S. healthcare overhaul gives the state a chance to improve the program for the poor.
Egypt's resident may have tempered his words on Israel since his election, but it's clear the sentiments persist.
The governor has the right goal in seeking more money for poorer districts. But it won't be easy.
Gov. Jerry Brown's budget will force the court system to close courthouses, cut services, increase more fees and continue to delay courthouse construction.
A 'light footprint' strategy could be the best U.S. option after Western forces leave.
Jodie Foster's speech at the Golden Globes spoke volumes about how difficult coming out still is for many public figures.
Industry money could save an aviation mechanics training program that LAUSD can't afford.
Cost concerns should not derail new rules that will protect the nation's food supply.
State finances are in better shape than expected. But fiscal discipline is still necessary.
Pfc. Bradley Manning's court-martial proceedings have been delayed until June. The Army should use the delay to consider a plea arrangement.
A new report drives home the point that spending a lot on healthcare is no guarantee of good health among Americans.
Gov. Brown, seeking to end federal control, says the crisis is over. But that's not his call to make.
There's no point in criminalizing homelessness. But a proposed 'bill of rights' is not the answer either. What the homeless really need are resources.
The Supreme Court should reject the claim that police never need to obtain a search warrant before drawing blood from a motorist stopped for drunk driving.
Despite denouncing it in the past, Obama is taking corporate money to pay for events Jan. 20.
Sales of firearms tend to spike after atrocities like Newtown. National elections can have the same effect.
Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez and his allies need to stop treating his health like a national secret.
Senators need to press the CIA nominee on torture and drone assassinations.
Taxpayers deserve to know more about how millions were hidden from the public and state officials.
Despite what opponents say, the White House is clearly doing its part to enforce immigration laws.
Fixing a 19th century rape law is something that Sacramento's legislators, who are normally too quick to submit bills, would be justified in doing fast.
It isn't whether Hagel is the man Senators might have picked for Defense; it's whether he's qualified.
Councilmen's proposed street repair bond is a new revenue-raiser worth considering.
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