The letter below was in my mailbox today...

WhyProhibition.ca
Starbucks has released a statement officially distancing itself from the CDIA (Colorado Drug Investigation Association), an anti-medical marijuana lobby group.

From the Seattle Post Intelligencer:

Starbucks says the company does not provide financial support to the Colorado law enforcement group, Starbucks said in a statement.

"This organization is apparently targeting us because a local law enforcement organization in Colorado posted our logo on their website. Starbucks has not taken a position on their issue," the statement said. "We have a tremendous amount of respect for the men and women of local law enforcement. However, we have not sponsored this particular organization through our foundation. It is up to the discretion of our local teams to support those groups that are relevant in their neighborhoods. Our stores often support organizations in their community by donating coffee for their events."

This is great news for drug policy activists, as it means companies like Starbucks do not want to be associated with the prohibition lobby! Congratulations to all who contacted Starbucks!

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