Alexander Lekhtman

    Alexander is Filter’s former staff writer. He writes about the movement to end the War on Drugs. He grew up in New Jersey and swears it’s actually alright. He’s also a musician hoping to change the world through the power of ledger lines and legislation. Alexander was previously Filter‘s editorial fellow.

    South Carolina Bid to Increase Naloxone Access in People’s Homes

    You walk out of the South Carolina sun into an air-conditioned pharmacy, ready to ...

    Budget Hawks Threaten Hopes for Cannabis Equity in San Diego

    In San Diego, the second-largest city in California, marijuana is big business. But only ...

    NYC Officials Propose “Universal Affordable Housing”

    Imagine a homeless family of three fortunate enough to receive a rental assistance voucher ...

    Can Psychedelics Find Acceptance in the Recovery Community?

    Can psychedelic drugs like LSD and MDMA help people who are recovering from addiction? ...

    In Albany, A Flash Mob for Marijuana Justice

    The sun was absent on a bitter morning in New York City on January ...

    Santa Cruz, California Becomes Third US City to Decriminalize Psychedelics

    On January 28, Santa Cruz, California became the third US city to decriminalize psychedelics. ...

    Could a Naloxone Implant Have a Major Impact on the Overdose Crisis?

    Researchers in Illinois are developing a novel device to rapidly and automatically administer the ...

    Why Harsher Fentanyl Penalties Will Exacerbate the Overdose Crisis

    Congressmembers are pushing for new laws that will impose harsher penalties for potent synthetic ...