Jack Herer, a nationally known activist for the return of hemp and the legalization of marijuana, remained in critical but stable condition at Legacy Emanual Medical Center after a Sept. 12 heart attack at Portland's pro-pot Hempstalk festival.



The 70-year-old author and lecturer collapsed on stage after delivering a speech to the festival at Kelley Point Park. Herer is the author of the book "The Emperor Wears No Clothes," a history of marijuana and hemp prohibition in the United States.



Herer fell into a coma shortly after he was stricken and has not awakened from it. He is in an Emanual intensive care unit.



Herer's family said anyone wishing to contribute to Herer's medical costs can go to any USBank and make a donation in the name of Jack Herer.



--Anne Saker



